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"I Don't Want to Goooo!"
“I don’t want to go to see the doctor! She might give me a shot!!” Remember that sentiment from when you were little? Well, I have good news and … other ne
Straight, No Chaser: Late Night Shift Work and Shift Work Sleep Disorder
I used to love to work third shift. Generally, I’d be the only “boss” around, so I really got to enjoy my staff in a way that wasn’t possible during the day shifts. The
Winter Blues: Just Don't Feel Like It
DON’T SUCCUMB! GO, and work out. COOK, and don’t try to chase the blahs away with junk food. TURN UP THE MUSIC, and DANCE like spring is already here. Keep it moving! T
Straight, No Chaser: The Dangers of Shoveling Snow and Other Winter Chores
You have probably heard it said, but you’d be surprised to know how often people hurt themselves shoveling snow. Of course, this time of year, people are doing many more strenuou
Spotlight on Our Dentists
I’ve seen so many individuals with dental complaints in the emergency room that it begs certain questions? Do you not have access to a dentist? Are you aware of under what ci
Straight, No Chaser: Understanding and Appropriately Stopping Thumbsucking
At first glance, you may be wondering what’s so significant about thumb sucking that we need to discuss it. And then, I show you these two pictures. In most instances, thumb suck
Don't Blame the Baby
Sleep deprived. Busy. Haven’t primped in a month. Way off your workout regimen. “It’s the baby’s fault!” Nope. That baby’s yet another opportuni
Straight, No Chaser: About Teething and Why We Need Baby Teeth
Have you ever wondered why our design includes baby teeth (primary teeth)? It’s not like we have primary bones in our arms and legs that disintegrate in favor of stronger arms an
Snowed in? Yes!!
Relaxation is just what the doctor ordered. After your lazy morning stretch, try out that new fat reducing breakfast recipe. Then, get into position for a long overdue cozy-up wit
Straight, No Chaser: Endometriosis
Guys, it really is tough to be a woman. There are so many different medical conditions women have to deal with that men don’t. Many of these just don’t even make sense. Take
Snow can improve your health
Trick your family (and yourself). Stock up on foods that increase your health outcomes and let the junk food run out just in time for inclement weather. (Groundhog said it’s
Straight, No Chaser: Go Eat Rocks? Discussing Pica
What the what? Pica is a pattern of eating non-food materials. This pattern must be present for at least a month to make the diagnosis. Pica is not a single incidence of a foreign
Game Ready!
If you’re watching the game from home … or if you don’t care what you look like in the sports bar, join in with all that physical activity. Move your body! When y
Straight, No Chaser: Total Knee Replacement Surgery
When you’re watching the big game, it’s likely you’re watching a group that includes someone who may require joint replacement surgery over the course of his life
Happy New Month!
Welcome to February! Remember that it’s best to mark health improvements in small increments? Well, let’s call February the next increment–phase 2– of your
Straight, No Chaser: Avoiding Sports Injuries
Tomorrow is Super Bowl Sunday, a de facto American sports holiday! Last year, over 111 million Americans watched this exhibition of athleticism and violence. In fact, the last four
