Direct Primary Care

Education On Sleep Apnea!

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What is sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea is a common condition where a person stops breathing during sleep, impacting their health in the long run, including the risk of heart disease, stroke, and dementia. Normal people stop breathing for 10 seconds or longer, about three times an hour, but if it’s more than that, it meets the criteria for sleep apnea.

Dr. Travis Simmons educates on the importance of being screened for sleep apnea. This condition can cause many other long-term effects if not properly diagnosed and treated such as issues with energy, mood, increased risk for heart disease, stroke and dementia.

Super Quick & Easy UTI Care with DPC!

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What do you do when you have a UTI and need quick help?

Dr. Suzy Lessing gives an example of why Direct Primary Care is better than regular clinics.

Sometimes patients reach out to Dr. Lessing at our clinic with a text like:

“Doc! I think I have a UTI starting”

Dr. Lessing makes it easy, a typical reply is:

“I’m so sorry, can you swing by the office tomorrow morning to leave a sample? I’ll send antibiotics – start them after you leave the sample.”

With DPC getting help for a UTI is easy!

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What To Do About Adult RSV?

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What if I have RSV?

This concern is understandable due to the media hype about high RSV levels in many communities. However, RSV is not something that doctors routinely test for in adults because there is no specific treatment for RSV in adults.

Dr. Travis Simmons educates that there is no treatment for RSV in adults which is why we do not test adults for this virus.

What To Do About Abnormal Liver Enzymes!

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Do you have elevated liver enzymes?

Abnormal liver enzymes are a common issue and can have various causes, including fatty liver disease which is part of metabolic syndrome.

Dr. Travis Simmons educates about cutting out processed foods, getting good sleep, and exercising regularly to help reverse elevated liver enzymes.

Science Based Facts About Managing Hormones!

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Balancing hormones naturally.

Hormone levels are a common concern for both men and women, and there is a lot of misinformation out there about hormones. But here’s a science-based fact that might help: there’s an all-natural solution for balancing hormones that has far-reaching health benefits, and that solution is sleep.

Dr. Travis Simmons educates on the importance of sleep in managing hormones for both men and women.

Antibiotics! When Are They Needed?

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When do you need antibiotics?

As a healthcare provider, Dr. Lessing has been receiving lots of texts and emails from patients lately, asking if they need antibiotics for their illness. While antibiotics can be a helpful tool for treating bacterial infections, they’re not always necessary.

Dr. Suzy Lessing shares valuable healthcare tips on certain situations when antibiotics should be used such as strep throat, pneumonia, and bacterial sinus infections.

Regular Exercise Tips by Dr. Travis Simmons!

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Have trouble getting regular exercise?

If you struggle to exercise regularly, you’re not alone. Most people find it challenging to stay consistent with their workouts. But one way to make it easier is to find an activity that you enjoy.

Dr. Travis Simmons educates on the importance of moving our bodies for 30 minutes every day by doing something that we love like a sport or game.

Therapy For All!

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Undo the Stigma

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common issues treated by therapists, and counseling can serve as the foundation for any treatment for these conditions. It’s time to undo the stigma surrounding mental health issues and seeking therapy.

Dr. Travis Simmons educates on the importance of addressing mental health as well as ways in which patients can find a good therapist or counselor.

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