It should come as no surprise to anyone that election night is this Tuesday November 3rd. Whether you are scrolling through social media, watching TV,
Higher COVID Viral Loads Associated with Greater Risk of Death
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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
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Coronavirus: What You Need to Know
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Deaths Related to Alcohol Skyrocket
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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
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