If you are diagnosed with a chronic health condition such as diabetes, you generally have a lot of questions for your doctor such as treatment options, lifestyle changes, other health complications, and where to go to learn more. Many people find it increasingly difficult to gather enough information from their provider, due to short visits […]
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Dr. Jon Van Der Veer explains the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices unanimous vote to add the COVID vaccine to childhood vaccine schedules. He answers that that means, when it could take effect, and why he made the decision to vaccinate his children. He also explains why he believes mandates shouldn’t be considered. Listen […]
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According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the second most common cancer (not counting skin cancer). In men, prostate cancer is most common, while in women breast cancer is more common. Lung cancer is when the cells in your lungs grow out of control. It can begin in the lungs and spread to […]
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Health coverage is one of the most important employee benefits an employer can offer yet offering health insurance is getting more expensive for businesses. So, what does a small business owner do when health insurance seems unrealistic given budget constraints. As a small business, you have an opportunity to effectively manage your company’s healthcare costs […]
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Health and wellness are important all year long. Winter brings cold, dry weather and brings forth various health concerns. Here are some common issues and practical tips to help you navigate the colder months. Arthritis Approximately 1 in 4 US adults suffer from arthritis, and according to the Arthritis Foundation, cold temperatures and changes in […]
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Supporting locally owned businesses – it is part of our DNA, is it part of yours? As a locally owned business, we are proud to call Des Moines home. Local businesses are a vital part of the community. They provide jobs, generate tax revenue, and help boost the local economy. When local businesses succeed, communities […]
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What is pink eye (conjunctivitis)? Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is an infection or swelling of the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane that lines the eyelid. This inflammation gives your eye the red or pink color that’s commonly associated with pink eye. Pink eye is one of the most common eye infections in children and […]
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Not getting enough sleep can take years off your life According to the Center for Disease and Prevention, about 1 in 3 adults is sleep deprived, a condition that occurs if you don’t get enough sleep. Sleep deficiency occurs if you sleep at the wrong time of day, do not sleep well, or have poor-quality […]
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Be the Best Skeleton you can be this Halloween This Halloween, we are highlighting our skeletons, as bones play an important role in our overall health. Bones support us and allow us to move. They protect our brain, heart, and other organs from injury. The adult body has 206 bones, and our skeletons completely regenerate […]
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Nurse Monica finds the perfect fit at Exemplar Care “In every respect we put the patient at the center of care. It is the way medicine should work.” Much is made about the amount of time providers spend with patients in the primary care setting. Study after study shows that more time with providers leads to […]
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