While flu shots make you less susceptible to catching influenza, unfortunately there’s no vaccine to prevent the common cold, nor is there a cure for it. That’s why it’s smart to make a shopping list for cold season remedies and stay ahead of the game where your winter-time health is…
Each year a vaccination is developed to combat the current strain of influenza, more commonly known as “the flu.” One of the best ways to prevent the flu is to get a flu shot, but many wonder if it’s really worth it. In the following post, we’ll break down the…
Each January, gyms around the country fill to capacity with new members, inspired by the resolutions they’ve made for the new year. Many want to lose weight; others want to grow stronger or just get healthier in general. In this post, we’ll explore the origin of resolutions, examine the importance…
Travel can be one of the greatest joys in life—connecting with family and friends, seeing new places and sharing experiences outside of our daily routines is good for the soul. But it can also be stressful and put our bodies at greater risk of becoming ill due to the exposure…
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…
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…
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…
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…
