Have you ever wondered if a colored spot on your skin is a mole… or could it be skin cancer? Being able to tell the difference between harmless moles and skin cancer could save your life, and early intervention is key. Paying attention to your blemishes is important for early…
There are many different types of arthritis –such as gout, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis – but the most common form is called osteoarthritis, and it affects 32.5 million – around 12% – of adults in the United States. WWMG Rheumatologist Richard Jimenez, MD, explains that…
Today, one in five Americans has an sexually transmitted infection (STI). Some STIs can be cured with medication, while others can only be treated to manage symptoms, but not cured. Currently STIs are on the rise – in fact, the number of cases of sexually transmitted infections doubled…
Have you ever had a rash or itchy skin? Many people experience skin conditions such as rashes, dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis sometime in their lives. Although each type has unique causes and treatments, they all involve irritation of the skin and can impact a person’s quality of life. Understanding the…
When a healthcare provider recommends lab work, a common response from patients is, “Oh no, not needles.” That anxiety over having blood drawn often stops patients from really thinking about how much our blood tells us about the state of our health. Once blood is drawn, different laboratory tests can…
Students are heading back to school in just a few weeks. While the start of the school year can be exciting, it can also feel overwhelming with new routines to implement and an endless list of things to do before the first day. Following these essential back-to-school health tips will…
Perimenopause – also known as the menopausal transition – is a natural phase in a woman’s life that signifies the gradual end of her reproductive years. For many women, it can be a time filled with fluctuating and unpredictable symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, frustration, fatigue, depression, mood swings, hormone…
Obstetrics, also known as OB care, is the branch of medicine concerned with childbirth. Unlike many medical specialties that focus on managing disease, the focus of OB care is on maintaining good health of the mother and child. At WWMG, our family medicine OB providers offer supportive care before, during,…
“Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States,” even during COVID, said WWMG Cardiologist Dr. Michael Duong. For patients already diagnosed with heart disease, statins are lifesaving medications. But when heart disease is a risk — rather than a diagnosis — for patients with no…
Have you ever been sick and unsure what kind of treatment would help you feel better? While some illnesses caused by viruses and bacteria may have similar symptoms, their causes and treatments differ. Knowing the difference between these two types of infections is important so you can…
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