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Surgical Robotics: A New Standard in Minimally Invasive Surgery
The advancements made in medical technology over the last few decades is incredibly impressive. One improvement in surgical expertise is robotics. Now, it’s important to understand that the “robot” is not assuming surgical duties all…
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Making Healthy Choices at Summer BBQs
Making Healthy Choices This Summer Summertime brings festivals, barbecues, graduation parties, and more. Many patients navigating a diabetes diagnosis or trying to manage their weight may wonder how to enjoy the season while…
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Is Your Blood Pressure Too High?
Blood pressure is a common vital taken at a doctor’s visit. But, what do those numbers really mean? Miranda Sirvinskas, Nurse Practitioner at Riverside Medical Group’s Internal Medicine Bourbonnais office, offers important information about blood…
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Supporting Cancer Survivors
With the advancements in treatments and improvements in diagnosing cancer, the number of cancer survivors has increased significantly over the years. There were 16.9 million cancer survivors in the United States in 2019, and some…
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Pediatric Care Continuum: Best Practices for a Healthy Start to Life
A child’s pediatrician is a very influential person in shaping a healthy start to life. In fact, experts recommend that parents secure a pediatrician prior to giving birth so once the baby comes into the…
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Exciting Updates from Riverside Cancer Institute
Expert care close to home is one of Riverside Cancer Institute’s primary goals. The organization aims to ensure community members don’t have to travel great distances to receive the life-changing care they need and deserve.
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Achoo! Time to Talk About Seasonal Allergies
Spring and summer are prime seasons for allergies. Even if people don’t consider themselves as “allergic,” they still might get a sniffly nose due to allergen exposure. Joanna Lambert, family nurse practitioner at Riverside Medical…
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Keep Your Feet Happy: How to Choose the Right Footwear
Our feet are the foundation of our health, and choosing the right footwear for different activities is a vital part of maintaining foot health. Running, walking, weightlifting, and even going about daily activities, demands supportive…
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Your Guide to Sunscreen: Protect Your Skin this Summer
Summer is approaching quickly, which means the sun’s rays are about to be a lot stronger, making wearing sunscreen essential to prevent sun damage. There are many types of sunscreen on the market, and choosing the best…
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Navigating Weight Management for Women: A Lifelong Journey
Weight management is a journey that women embark upon at various stages of life, each phase presenting unique challenges and opportunities. Sometimes it is hard to know what to focus on. Here are some insights…