This time of year is filled with festive gatherings, parties and celebrations—many of which center around food and drink. While that can be wonderful, it can also present challenges for those who attempt to eat healthy during the holidays. The good news is that planning ahead and being educated about…
Obesity is currently one of the most serious health issues in the United States, but it is widely misunderstood. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 42% of Americans live with obesity. Obesity is a significant risk factor in potentially fatal health issues like high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes,…
Prediabetes is a serious health condition where an individual’s blood sugar levels are consistently higher than normal, but they have not yet developed type 2 diabetes. Since prediabetes doesn’t have outward symptoms, people often do not show signs until the condition is in an advanced stage. So it’s important to…
Because there are few early signs of osteoporosis, some people don’t know that they have it until a bone unexpectedly breaks. Since the disease doesn’t directly cause pain or illness, prevention and early detection of osteoporosis are critical to avoiding broken bones as people age. Risk factors for developing this…
Getting a type 2 diabetes diagnosis may feel like a life sentence. Diabetes can require major lifestyle changes and often comes with a prescription for daily injections or medications with no end date in sight. But according to our providers at WWMG’s Marysville Family Medicine, diabetes doesn’t have to…
We’re pleased to announce a brand-new resource to serve our community in the field of Endocrinology. We now have an Endocrinology Care Center located in Mukilteo. This facility, formerly known as Cascade Endocrinology, will serve all of Snohomish County. What does WWMG Endocrinology treat? The endocrine system in our bodies…
When you’re diagnosed with diabetes, the information you receive can be overwhelming, and you may not know where to start. In this post, we’re going to: break down the importance of a diabetes self-management plan discuss how to monitor and control blood sugar levels suggest lifestyle modifications you may want…
People who live with diabetes know that managing their blood sugar consistently and having a daily self-care routine can make it much easier to live with this chronic disease. In this post, we’ll explore the best ways to self-manage diabetes, and where to get medical help if you need additional…
There are multiple types of kidney diseases, but Diabetic Nephropathy is the no. 1 cause of kidney failure. In this post, we’ll explore the cause of this diabetic kidney disease; its link to diabetes; the signs and symptoms to watch for if you suspect you may have…
Although the New Year is typically when we think about eating healthier to get in shape or perhaps fulfill a resolution, March is actually the month nutrition is officially observed. In this post, we’ll explore what National Nutrition Month is all about, provide ways to implement its purpose into…
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