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-The American Academy of Dermatology
How to Reduce Skin Cancer Risk
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the US. [1] "On average, one person dies every hour due to melanoma—a deadly form of skin...
Going Green: Find Out How Small Efforts Make a Big Impact
Now is the time to go green and take care of the Earth. It doesn't always take major lifestyle overhauls. Even small changes can add up, having a massive impact, not only for our own communities,...
Raising Healthy Preteens
As a parent, you want your children to be healthy and safe. Helping your child understand and adopt healthy behavior during those preteen years can help set a positive foundation for the upcoming...
Raising Awareness About Excessive Alcohol Use
We all know that excessive alcohol use can have long-term, detrimental effects on your health. Excessive drinking, including binge drinking, accounts for almost 10% of deaths among adults aged 20-64...
Being An Alert Driver
Staying alert and avoiding dangerous behaviors while driving can save lives. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of people die in car crashes each year in the United States. In 2014, the National...
Why You Should Wear Sunscreen
The dermatologists here at Horizon Family Medical Group want to remind you that summer is just around the corner. Warm temperatures and sunny days can be fun, but they also come with precautions. A...
Sports Safety: Protecting Your Eyes
Sport-related eye injuries occur to thousands of adults and children every year. Of course, different types of sports and activities come with different risks. The good news is that you can prevent...
How to Stay Safe Around the House
Did you know that, according to the Home Safety Council (HSC), injuries at home account for almost 20,000 deaths and more than 20 million medical visits each year? (Source: safekids.org) And with...
Get the Facts on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects millions of Americans. In fact, nearly 20% of people in the US experience IBS symptoms (source: MayoClinic.org). That’s 1 in 5 who experience cramping,...
What the World Thinks About Diabetes
Each year the World Health Organization (WHO) holds a World Health Day and picks an important theme to highlight. On April 7th, their theme was diabetes and diabetes awareness. (Source: who.int) Did...
Routine Diabetic Eye Exams Can Save Your Sight
Did you know that diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss among people with diabetes, and a leading cause of blindness among working-age adults? It is also one of the four...
What Does Your Plate Look Like?
About 33% of adults in the U.S. are obese. And about 17% of kids aged 2 to 19 are obese. That means 1 in 3 adults are at higher risk for hypertension, diabetes, and other health problems. The good...
Why You Need a Colonoscopy
Did you know that March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month? And did you know that colorectal cancer is the nation’s second-leading cause of death from cancer for both women and men? The...
How Hand Washing Reduces Sick Days
Did you know that the average American worker uses more than 10 sick days each year? According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), washing your hands can reduce respiratory...
When Did You Last Check Your Blood Pressure?
The blood pressure check has become a staple of the annual physical exam, and for many of your other doctor visits as well. That’s because it’s so important. Elevated blood pressure, or...
The Secrets to Lowering Your Cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol, you’re not alone. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 73 million adults in the United States have high cholesterol. That’s almost a...
Preventative Care for Patients with Diabetes: Controlled Blood Sugar
Controlling blood sugar levels is paramount in managing your diabetes. Knowing what causes your blood sugar levels to rise or fall helps you make decisions about the kinds of food you eat and the...
Preventative Care for Patients with Diabetes: Eye Exams
Did you know that people with diabetes are 40% more likely to develop glaucoma, and 60% more likely to develop cataracts? The good news is, patients who receive regular eye exams can often catch...
Preventative Care for Patients with Diabetes: Foot Care
Because diabetes affects your circulation, proper foot care and regular foot exams can help you catch, or prevent, issues before they become severe. The American Diabetes Association recommends you...
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