Starting in late fall or early winter, many experience a sadness that they find hard to define; a shift in how they feel about life and the world that may also be coupled with fatigue or a whole host of other symptoms. This is often diagnosed as Seasonal Affective Disorder…
It’s with great pride that we welcome Victoria Longstreth, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to the team at Everett Family Medicine. We have a staff dedicated to help patients and their families in a holistic way that aims to treat every aspect of their well-being. By addressing concerns in lifestyle…
In the past, the most common way to detect lung cancer in a patient was to administer a traditional chest CT scan, which would identify cancers the size of a dime or larger and take up to 15 minutes. Now, doctors have a faster, more precise way of finding cancer…
Our dogs, cats and other pets are like family. That’s why it’s so hard to admit that they may be the cause of our watery eyes or itchy noses each time we come into contact with them. But that doesn’t mean that we have to refrain from ever touching our…
With the weather changing, stuffy heads and sore throats are common—but are they caused by a cold virus or seasonal allergies? Because the symptoms are often similar, it can sometimes be hard to tell. In this post, we’ll explore what sets allergies and colds apart and suggest helpful ways to…
Fall is in full force here in the northwest, and many of us are soaking up the final dry months before winter sets in by spending time outdoors. If you are one of the many people who are severely allergic to stinging insects, you may be nervous to come in…
Insects are usually nothing more than tiny intrusive pesks, but occasionally, they can be dangerous. While most insect bites and stings hurt for a moment and then disappear in a short time, some insects can transmit disease, cause infection, or trigger an allergic reaction. Ticks, mosquitoes, and flies are especially…
Summer’s end is fast approaching, and many of us are trading our sandals for boots and our sun hats for beanies. But even as temperatures cool down in these final summer days, the sun is still hard at work. Even on cooler, overcast days, it’s important to stay vigilant in…
With extensive options that offer various colors, treads, and materials, flip-flops have quickly become a staple of summertime footwear. While Flip-flops offer a budget friendly price tag and can be a fashionable, breathable addition to any shoe collection, we advise that you wear them in moderation and with caution. What…
Even with your fan blasting on full speed and your windows hanging wide open, some nights, there’s simply no way to escape the heat. According to the National Sleep Foundation, it’s more difficult to sleep in the heat. If you do fall asleep, it’s less common to…
