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…
Have you noticed your child losing focus in conversations or struggling to complete homework? Does it seem like they can’t sit still or let others finish talking? Occasional daydreaming or unruly behavior isn’t uncommon —…
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women nationwide. The disease affects about 1 in every 8 women. If you — or a loved one — ever faces a breast cancer diagnosis or is…
Sexual health is about more than having safe sex. It’s taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, mentally, and socially — at any age and in every relationship. Your sex life is uniquely yours, but there…
Chronic pain is a burden no one should live with. Yet more than 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. have an ailment or injury that causes them to feel pain almost every day. For…
If it’s been a while since you last saw your primary care physician (PCP), there is no time like the present. People who go to their regular doctor generally live longer and have the potential…
You may have noticed some lab results posted to your Patient Portal sooner than before. This change reflects a federal law called the 21st Century Cures Act. What is the 21st Century Cures Act? The 21st Century Cures Act is…
In January 2022, Westmed Medical Group joined Summit Health, the region’s premier integrated network of urgent, primary, and specialty care. Why did Westmed and Summit Health come together? Westmed and Summit Health share a…
There’s no avoiding it: screen time has become a big part of our daily lives. We use smartphones and tablets for work, school, and entertainment. Devices even help us shop and socialize. And to make…
As the summer draws to a close and the school year nears, you may find yourself with tears in your eyes. But it's not for sentimental reasons. It's because mid-to-late August is also when fall…
By now, you have probably started your back-to-school routine of shopping for supplies, attending open houses, and reviewing team sports schedules. But just as important as buying new folders and coordinating the carpool is setting…
