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May Is Stroke Awareness Month
A stroke occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. In either case, parts of the brain become damaged or die. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death. There are two main types of strokes: ischemic strokes and […]
April Is Stress Awareness Month
Learning what stress is and how to cope with our stress can go a long way in living a healthy and positive life.
Fall Is Here, and So Is the Flu
Along with cooler weather, football games, warm fuzzy sweaters, and colorful leaves, fall also ushers in the beginning of flu season.
June is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Most of us know someone who is affected by Alzheimer’s disease. This heartbreaking and debilitating disease affects as many as 5.5 million Americans 65 year and older. Ever kick yourself for forgetting someone’s name, or losing the next word in a sentence? It’s important to know that forgetfulness in itself does not mean you have […]
We Now Offer Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
Southwest Family Physicians now offers Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), a series of hands-on techniques used to help diagnose illness or injury and facilitate the body’s natural tendency toward self-healing. Using Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, we can effectively treat your muscles and joints to relieve pain, promote healing and increase overall mobility. OMT is often used to […]
