By Dr. Mark Reploeg Sleep is essential to a child’s health. Children who suffer from staying or falling asleep can be more at risk for future diseases. Your child’s demeanor may change, and you may see a slip in academic performance. This occurs because a lack of sufficient sleep causes irritability and memory and retention […]
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Bunions and Hammertoes: What You Should Know
You may not realize how vital foot health is until you’ve experienced bunions or hammertoes. Toe discomfort can be excruciating, limiting daily activities and inhibiting ambulation. If you have a bunion or hammertoe, know that you’re not alone, and there are many solutions to this medical condition. Let’s discuss what this can mean, the […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Study in the Books
The Clinical Research Center is excited to share that we participated in an Operation Warp Speed COVID 19 vaccine trial. We can honestly say it was unlike any vaccine trial we’ve ever done. We’ve done big vaccine trials before, most notably when we worked on Fluzone’s clinical trials, the high dose flu vaccine, and Shingrix. But, […]
Let’s Talk Birth Control
With all of the different birth control types available today, you might be having a hard time choosing. Many women default to the pill because it’s affordable and easy to get a prescription, but oral contraception might not be the best fit for everyone. Several types of birth control are designed to fit different […]
Mental Health Tip: Stop Failing and Start Learning
By Dr. Cara Wheeler When I get the opportunity to talk to kids in my office, they are often confused when I tell them, “Some of the smartest people ask the most questions.” As a child, I was typically afraid to raise my hand in class because I was terrified of looking “dumb.” I thought […]
