If you have a headache that won’t go away or feel unusually anxious, consider yourself one of the lucky ones who received a warning sign. The most dangerous thing about high blood pressure, also known…
Do you frequently feel your heart race or slow down for no apparent reason? If you’re shrugging your shoulders, you may have an arrhythmia, or an irregular heartbeat. What is arrhythmia? An arrhythmia means your…
Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women? Nearly, 1 in every 5 people dies from heart disease each year. The good news is that there are…
It’s not unusual to feel a little isolated and down in the dumps at times during the winter months. Those short, dark days in January and February can bring about moments of the “winter blues.”…
We tell our kids to put on sunscreen and not to smoke because we don’t want them at risk for skin and lung cancer later in life. Like practicing sun safety and avoiding tobacco, getting…
The holiday season was filled with food and drinks at celebratory gatherings. But now that the New Year is here it’s time to start putting those resolutions into practice. Are you thinking about participating in…
Season’s greetings! I hope this note finds you in good health, enjoying the holidays with those you care about most. For many, this time of year is filled with introspection and excitement, and it’s no…
This fall, it seems like everyone has been laid up with something. Physicians at CityMD urgent care, like Pamela Arsove, MD, say cases of RSV, the flu, the common cold, and COVID-19 are all coinciding.…
The decorations are up, the music’s playing, and kitchens are busy as people prepare for holiday celebrations. But if you have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), this time of year can feel like anything but a…
You’re usually asked to share or update your family health history when you visit a provider for the first time, or the first time in a while. While this might feel like a daunting task,…
Discussing your sex life with a physician may seem intimidating or embarrassing. But it is one of the best things you can do for both your physical and mental health. If you suffer from a…
It feels good to be kind. But did you know practicing an act of kindness a day can make you healthier? From reducing stress to increasing immunity and protecting your heart and brain, the physical…
From Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day, holiday gatherings are filled with tables of delicious foods. While we all look forward to splurging at these festivities, many of us tend to overindulge. In fact, most people…
Westmed Medical Group is proud to be a part of Summit Health. Summit Health doctors represent more than 80 specialties, but our doctors all share the same goal- to bring you high quality care wherever…
Can you think about a time when you: Were diagnosed with a health condition and needed to find a specialist or decide on a treatment plan? Received instructions for taking prescription medicine or performing at-home…
