Your Family’s Health

Articles written by our DMG providers to help you manage the health of you and your family.

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What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes skin cells to multiply faster than needed resulting in red or discolored, scaly and itchy patches (plaques) on the skin surface.
Newest Approved Sunscreen Ingredient

What You Need to Know about the Newest Approved Sunscreen Ingredient

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved bemotrizinol (BEMT), the first new sunscreen ingredient approved in the United States (U.S.) in more than 20 years.
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What is the Difference between a Migraine and a Headache?

Headaches are generally localized to specific area of the head, shorter in duration and less disabling. A migraine is more intense, lasts longer and has side effects that can impact activity and daily life.
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Common Myths about PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening or traumatic event.
Osteoporosis

How to Protect Yourself from Osteoporosis

A disease of the bone, osteoporosis makes a person’s bones weak and more likely to break. Unfortunately, you cannot feel your bones getting weaker, so you may not know you have osteoporosis until you fracture a bone.
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Why Can’t I Sleep?

If you struggle with getting a good night’s sleep, you are not alone. About 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep disorders, and 1 in 3 adults do not regularly get the recommended amount of uninterrupted sleep.
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What You Need to Know about Sexually Transmitted Infections

According to the American Sexual Health Association (ASHA), about 20 million new cases of sexually transmitted infections (STI) are diagnosed in the United States each year.
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Why the Health of Your Feet Matters

According to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), the average person takes 8,000-10,000 steps each day, adding up to about 115,000 miles in a lifetime
Rosacea

What is Rosacea?

According to a survey by NRS, “more than 90% of rosacea patients said their condition had lowered their self-confidence and self-esteem, and 41% reported that it had caused them to avoid public contact or cancel social engagements.
Colorectal Cancer

What You Need to Know about Colorectal Cancer

Each year, about 150,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The average age at diagnosis for men and women is 66.
Adenoids

What are Adenoids?

While most of us have heard of tonsils, a related body part, adenoids, are also part of the ears, nose and throat functions. Like tonsils, adenoids are part of the body’s immune system.
Neuromuscular Disorders

What are Neuromuscular Disorders?

Neuromuscular diseases cause problems with the nerves and muscles that affect how a person’s muscles work.
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How to Protect Your Family from a Measles Outbreak

As of March 6, 2025, the United States has had three measles outbreaks and a total of 222 cases across 12 states- a significant increase when compared to 2024.
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What is Chronic Kidney Disease?

According to the National Kidney Foundation, 37 million adults in the United States are living with CKD - and approximately 90% do not even know they have it. When kidneys become damaged and are unable to do their jobs optimally over a period of time, it is called chronic kidney disease (CKD).
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How to Reduce Your Risk of a Heart Attack

Andree Jones, DO, primary care sports medicine physician, shares risk factors for a heart attack and how to reduce your risk of heart disease.
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Four Types of Food that Increase Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

November is National Diabetes Month, and the timing is perfect as the holiday season means a lot of food and celebrations. The holidays are busy and many of us get out of healthy routines such as exercise, eating a balanced diet, and more.