COVID is the hot topic of 2020. It seems that every single day, I read a new article or study about COVID-19. A few months ago, everyone was talking
Blood Test May Be Helpful in Cancer Screening
It's not too uncommon for a patient to ask me "Can you screen me for cancer?" If it were only that simple. As medical providers, we try to practice
Have you heard of GERD?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is reported to affect a third of Americans. While there are medications like proton-pump inhibitors (i.e.
Coronavirus: What You Need to Know
What is the coronavirus? A new strain of coronavirus, or 2019-nCoV, is a betacoronavirus, similar to MERS and SARS, that causes respiratory
Deaths Related to Alcohol Skyrocket
According to new numbers released from the U.S. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, deaths related to alcohol have doubled since 1999.
HIV Testing, Treatment, & Prevention Statistics Continue to Underwhelm
Not enough Americans are getting the proper testing, treatment, and prevention for HIV according to the CDC. In its Vital Signs report released on
New Info Emerges on Cause of Vaping Incidents
If you have been paying attention, you have likely heard of the rising concern surrounding vaping. Over the past few months, it seems like a new case
Update on Gardasil Vaccination
Most strains of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) that cause cancer and warts can be prevented by receiving Gardasil, a simple three-step
Hepatitis A Outbreak: What You Need to Know
What is Hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a viral liver disease that can cause mild to severe illness. Symptoms can range from nausea, vomiting, abdominal