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Choosing To Live Better

A few months ago, I realized that I needed to do something to change my lifestyle. I was largely sedentary, drank, smoked, and ate like there was no tomorrow. I decided to talk about my lifestyle with my doctor, and it really made a difference. That simple trip to a healthcare clinic really paved the way for healthier living, and I was really grateful for their help. My doctor showed me how to eat, how much to exercise, and how to improve my life. This blog is all about how healthcare clinics can help you to regain a foothold on your health.

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What Can You Expect At A Preventative Care Visit?

Posted on June 28, 2021

If you have health insurance, your insurance provider will likely require you to have preventative care visits once a year. These visits are intended to help keep you healthy and reduce your risk of developing a future ailment or injury. But what exactly happens at a preventative health visit? Here's a look at the key components. Height and Weight Assessment These appointments generally start with measuring your height and weight. Based on your weight-to-height ratio, the doctor may recommend that you attempt to lose or gain weight. [Read More]

3 Allergy Symptoms And When You Should Get Tested

Posted on April 5, 2021

Allergies can affect you in a number of ways and can be caused by a number of things, including food, outside elements, or other things. If you have allergy symptoms, you may have confused the symptoms with other illnesses, including the cold or the flu, but it could actually be allergies. If you have allergies, the symptoms may be reoccurring and you may also notice that they affect you during a specific time of the year, or only when you are exposed to one specific thing. [Read More]

What To Expect From Your First DOT Physical

Posted on January 13, 2021

When you first started embarking on a career as a commercial truck driver, you may not have realized you'd have to undergo a medical exam to get your license. If your DOT physical approaches, you may be feeling a little anxious and uncertain. This is normal, but in most cases, you really don't have anything to be concerned about. DOT physicals are pretty straightforward. Here's what you can expect. Vision and Hearing Testing [Read More]

Three Of The Most Common Signs That You Need A Knee Replacement

Posted on October 19, 2020

Knees are a vital joint that allows for unrestricted movement of your legs, but over time they can become more and more problematic. This is due to the very nature of the joint, as there is a lot of stress placed upon it. People often find they have trouble with their knees as they get older. While no one enjoys having to get knee replacement surgery, for a lot of people, it could dramatically increase their quality of life. [Read More]