Family Physician: A Friend to Depend On

Posted on: 13 July 2017

If you experience chronic back pain, a long road trip might be something you dread. Unfortunately, long voyages by car can sometimes aggravate back pain. However, there are some things you can do while en route to manage or alleviate discomfort.  The following are five things you can do to keep back pain at bay while you're traveling long distances by car: Take breaks to get out and stretch periodically [Read More]

Posted on: 27 February 2017

Fragile X syndrome causes a child to have a host of developmental problems. This genetic disorder affects males more than females. By age 2, a child with fragile X syndrome has delayed speech and language. Read on to find out how a pediatrician from a place like Ada Pediatrics PA can assist you with a fragile X syndrome diagnosis. What Is This Genetic Disorder? Fragile X syndrome causes behavioral and learning challenges, intellectual disabilities and other physical characteristics. [Read More]

Posted on: 27 February 2017

Most women know what menopause is, but there are many that do not know what perimenopause is. Perimenopause is the first stage of menopause, and it is something that happens with your body to prepare for the big changes that will occur when menopause actually begins and takes place. If you are in your 40s and are noticing some differences in your health, periods, and feelings, there is a chance you might be in perimenopause. [Read More]

Posted on: 24 January 2017

If you are employed in an industry that processes beryllium, it is important to monitor your health and the health of everyone in your household. Beryllium can cause serious health implications, even to those who come in contact with beryllium compounds through secondhand contact. Here's what you need to know. Industries that process beryllium Beryllium is a natural metal that is used in various industries, including aerospace, computers, mining, metal fabrication and refining, and dental laboratories. [Read More]