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 Dr. Umar Mohammed, a primary care provider at WWMG’s Marysville Family Medicine, says,…
About Western Washington Medical Group Endocrinology We’re pleased to announce a brand-new resource to serve our community in the field of Endocrinology. In addition to our Bothell location, we now have an Endocrinology Care Center located in Mukilteo, this facility, formerly known as Cascade Endocrinology, will serve all of Snohomish…
To spread knowledge about different types of diabetes and their risks, November was declared Diabetes Awareness Month, and November 14 is World Diabetes Day. It’s the perfect time to get educated about Diabetes, understand the signs and symptoms of it and be aware of treatments available…
If you’ve suddenly lost or gained a significant amount of weight, it’s likely that the first thing you’ll be told to check on is your thyroid. In fact, a malfunctioning thyroid can be to blame for these occurrences and a host of other health issues. In this post, we’ll explore…
If you’re one of 29 million people living with diabetes, you’re at risk of diabetic neuropathy, a condition caused by diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy occurs for several reasons that are all related to the long-term damage caused by extended periods of high blood sugar. Before going into the…
If you or someone you know needs to keep a close eye on their blood sugar, you may have been exposed to the term ‘blood glucose monitoring’. But are you familiar with the ‘why’ and ‘how’ behind the practice of blood glucose monitoring? With 29 million Americans…
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