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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Managing the Condition
Everyone experiences an upset stomach from time to time. How do you know when it might be more of a chronic issue like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Miranda Sirvinskas, nurse practitioner…
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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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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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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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Pediatric Immunizations
Are Your Child’s Immunizations Up to Date? Children require specific immunizations in order to promote optimal health throughout their lives. There are a number of immunizations required early on, so it can be…
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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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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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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…