Vitamins & Supplements. Are They Safe?
Vitamin supplementation is a topic frequently asked during visits with the doctor. What vitamin should I be on? How can I get tested for vitamin deficiency?
Breast Cancer Awareness & Screening
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month which encourages people to take part in early detection of the disease. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime and early detection provides a 100% 5 year survival rate.
Drop the Stigma
Do you have trouble sleeping, experience mood fluctuations or generally feel anxious all the time? These can be symptoms of underlying mood disorders and can be treated if diagnosed properly.
Flu vs. The Common Cold
That time of the year is coming up again. Are you ready for flu season? Consider getting a flu shot in the next month to help protect yourself against this contagious illness all season long.
Seasonal Allergies
Austin is well known for several things; live music, local shops, and allergies. Allergies affect people from all walks of life and symptoms may vary from mild to severe. So what am I supposed to do for my allergies?
Fad Diets
The New Year is here and you are probably thinking you should stick with your New Year’s resolution of losing some weight. Here are a few things to remember with weight loss and dieting….there is no quick weight loss!
Happy Holiday Season!
The holiday season is upon us once again. It’s a great time to visit friends, family and relax during time off of school or work. Here are a few things to be mindful of during your festivities…
Overuse and misuse of controlled substances
Prescription pain medications have surpassed heroin and cocaine as the leading cause of fatal overdoses per CDC statistics in 2009. 7 million people have admitted to the non-medical use of prescription pain medication.
What is a D.O. Physician?
A Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) is a physician who has been trained and practices Osteopathic medicine. In addition to their allopathic counterparts (M.D.), a D.O. must obtain a four year bachelor’s degree before entering a four year medical school.
How do I know if I am receiving the highest quality medical care?
What determines the quality of medical care? Is it the correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan or has it become more about customer service?
