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Fit For Life: Exercise for Healthy Aging

As healthcare providers, we know the many physical benefits that exercise brings—better cardiovascular health, improved mobility, and weight management. But what about the broader benefits of exercise, especially for older adults? It's one thing to prescribe physical activity, but it's another to communicate why it matters, particularly when it comes to enhancing...

Ashley Greer PA-C
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Clear the Air: Tips for Indoor Allergen Mitigation

As clinicians, empowering patients with practical allergen control tips can make a significant difference in their quality of life. From dust mites to pollen, it all starts at home. A targeted approach is best—if you have allergy testing results and know specific triggers, that’s where you should start!  

Jen Janocha, PA-C
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Colorectal Cancer Screening: Practical Tips for Clinicians

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. While most cases are diagnosed in individuals over 65, rates are rising in adults under 50, making early screening more critical than ever. Screening reduces CRC mortality by catching cancer in its early, treatable stages, yet many patients remain hesitant or unsure of their options.

Katy Vogelaar, FNP-C
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Dealing with Difficult Healthcare Consultants: Strategies for Navigating Tough Conversations

Every hospital has one. Maybe it’s the cardiologist who's never “impressed” by the EKG. The urologist who insists  that every stone should go home with a follow-up. Or that one hospitalist who never quite  understands why social admissions exist. 

Matthew Hall, CRNP
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Cold to the Core: How to Spot & Treat Severe Hypothermia Fast

When the temperature drops, the risk  of hypothermia rises, and as urgent care clinicians, we need to be ready to recognize and treat this potentially life-threatening condition. But before jumping into severe hypothermia treatment, let’s start with the basics—how do we identify hypothermia symptoms, and what should we be looking for in our patients? 

Brett Murray, MD
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Critical Care Musings

January’s critical care topics go hand in hand, thinking about sepsis management and specifically septic shock with early initiation of vasopressors in the form of microdose pressors. In the segment “Upstairs Rumblings: What I Wish ER Docs Knew About Septic Shock,” Dr. David Page lays out a great argument for early treatment of possible septic shock with antibiotics,...

Drew Kalnow, DO
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The Magic of Magnesium: What You Need to Know Before Recommending Supplements

Magnesium has been making waves in the wellness world, with claims ranging from improved sleep, mood, gut health, and brain function. As healthcare providers, patients often ask us whether magnesium supplementation is a good idea. Is it really “magic,” or is it just another wellness trend? In this blog post, we’ll break down what the literature says about magnesium,...

Micaela Bowers, MD
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Using the AHA's PREVENT Tool to Assess Cardiovascular Risk

The red and pink hearts decorating our homes and stores in February remind us not only of Valentine’s Day but also of Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death nationally. To lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, the American Heart Association recommends screenings for risk factors. In 2023, they announced theirnew PREVENT tooldesigned to...

Katy Vogelaar, FNP-C
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Iron Deficiency Without Anemia: The Hidden Diagnosis

It’s a busy Monday morning, and you walk in to see a 4-year-old child for her well check. Her parents mention she’s been more tired and moody lately, but otherwise, she’s a happy, healthy kid—just a bit of a picky eater. So, you check her Hemoglobin level… and it comes back perfectly normal. 

Karen Hovav, MD
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Tiny Ingestions, Big Worries: Navigating High-Risk Pediatric Foreign Body Ingestions in Urgent Care

As an urgent care clinician, I’ve handled my fair share of foreign body ingestions. But nothing quite prepares you for when the patient is your own child. One late night, just as I had finally settled in with Netflix, my seven-year-old son appeared at the top of the stairs—wide awake when he should have been fast asleep. If you’ve read my previous blog about Mycoplasma...

Erin Pressley, PA-C
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Integrative Medicine: Creatine: Miracle Muscle Booster or Just Hype?

Creatine has come a long way from being a supplement for bodybuilders and elite athletes. Today, it’s generating buzz in women’s health, aging, and even brain health. Patients are asking about it, and the research is catching up. So, is creatine really worth the hype? Let’s break down what we know, what’s still unclear, and how you can guide your patients.

Ashley Greer PA-C
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