Family Physician: A Friend to Depend On

Posted on: 20 October 2017

Undertaking a strength training regimen can be essential for those that are wanting to improve their overall conditioning and appearance. For those that have limited experience with strength training, reviewing some tips will help you to ensure your training is as effective as possible. Monitor Your Diet In order for you to get the best results from your strength training, it is necessary to ensure that your body has the nutrients that it needs to build muscle tissue. [Read More]

Posted on: 25 September 2017

Spinal stenosis, a painful condition resulting from the narrowing of the vertebral canal, can severely limit your activities. Many people who decide to seek treatment for spinal stenosis wonder if they'll have to undergo surgery, but surgery is only one type of treatment. There are a range of more conservative treatments that may take longer to work but that can help you feel better without opening you up. Chances are your doctor will want to use a non-surgical method first anyway and leave surgery as a last resort, but in case he or she mentions surgery, here are some alternatives that you can ask about: [Read More]

Posted on: 10 August 2017

If you like the idea of working in a fast-paced environment in a role in which you can help people, you might be drawn to seek employment at a local hospital. Unfortunately, unless you have medical training, you could feel as though there might not be any opportunities for someone like you. The reality is that hospitals employ people in a varied list of roles. This means that even without a medical background, you may be able to find a full- or part-time career that you truly enjoy and that fulfills you. [Read More]

Posted on: 10 August 2017

It is common to hear that marijuana is harmless or comes from the Earth. On the other hand, frequent use of the drug puts you at risk for depression and anxiety. Teenagers who smoke weed at least once a week are at double the risk of developing anxiety than their peers. It is common to occasionally experience anxiety, but chronic anxiety affects your quality of life. Read on to find out how to treat someone with severe anxiety caused by marijuana abuse: [Read More]