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Where to go when? Immediate care, emergency room or primary care
Your kid falls down the steps. Or the knife slips while you’re chopping vegetables. Or your chest suddenly hurts. What do you do? David Cherry, NP-C, Riverside Immediate Care You need to choose among…
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Protect your Skin
Your summer plans may include hitting the beach, or just spending more time outdoors. Make sure you plan to avoid sunburn, which can increase your risk of skin cancer. Seek shade, especially during midday hours…
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Hormones: Your body’s hardworking heroes
Hormones control many essential functions, such as blood sugar, development of reproductive organs, growth and energy production, moods, sleep cycles, and weight. Ashraf Uddin, DO, Riverside endocrinologist “Hormones are one of the ways your…
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Breathe easy: Help for navigating spring allergies
Spring is here, and with it comes the vibrant burst of blossoms and the warmth of the sun. However, for many, this season also brings the sneezing, itchy eyes and runny noses caused by allergies.
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The more you know: Heart Failure Edition
Heart failure doesn’t mean your heart suddenly stops; instead, it’s a gradual decline in its pumping efficiency. It can affect the left, right or both sides of the heart, resulting in a range of symptoms…
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Providing Care and Support: The Vital Role of Riverside Healthcare’s SANE Program
Sexual violence affects millions in the United States, yet many cases go unnoticed. Riverside Healthcare’s response to this critical issue is its Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program (SANE Program), offering crucial care and support to…
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Could You Have a Thyroid Disorder?
Your thyroid is a tiny-yet-mighty gland that regulates many bodily processes, such as cardiac function, digestive function, bone health, and temperature regulation. So, when something goes awry with the thyroid, individuals may develop a number…
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Protecting Your Health: Understanding the HPV Vaccine
In recent years, discussions about vaccines have become more prevalent, and rightly so. Vaccines are one of the most effective tools we have in preventing the spread of diseases and protecting public health. Among these…
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Running Injuries and How to Avoid Them
A variety of factors can lead to running injuries including technique, terrain, footwear, and more. “Every person is different and has a unique stride, which also means injuries can vary from person to person,” says…
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Breaking the Stigma Surrounding Men’s Mental Health
“Men don’t cry. They don’t complain. They’re stoic.” These are all antiquated statements, and they are also completely false. Yet, a stigma surrounding men’s mental health remains in today’s society, which is a great disservice…