It can be exhausting trying to manage a chronic disease like diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, or cancer. Learn how you can partner with our expert team to monitor your disease and keep it from progressing or disrupting your quality of life.
Did you get your flu shot, yet? If not, it’s not too late. Flu shots protect you and your family and even those around you from catching the flu.
When it comes to Botox®, a lot of information is out there, but also a lot of misinformation. Here, we separate fact from fiction.
It’s no secret that stress is bad for your health. But, if you have high blood pressure, it’s especially important to limit your stress levels. Read on to learn why.
A diabetes diagnosis can be scary and life-changing, but it’s not the end of the world. Here are some changes you should expect to make after receiving your diagnosis.
If you or your child start having ear pain, especially after swimming in a pool or lake, it could be swimmer’s ear. Learn how to recognize this common ear infection and how a doctor can treat it.
It’s summer! If your plans include visiting family and friends, or traveling to the beach or other destination, learn how to be safe with these 10 tips for safe summer travel.
Immunizations are important for your child's health, but that doesn't mean they're going to like them. Here are nine tips to make the vaccination process less stressful for your child (and for you).
Although it might be alarming to "lose" your voice, in most cases, the cause is benign - and often, your voice will return to normal on its own. Other times, hoarsensss can be a sign of a serious problem. Here's how to tell the difference.
When injured, consider whether you should seek medical care. While some injuries may require immediate medical treatment, others can be treated safely at home. With lacerations, professional care should be based on several different factors.
Gargling with salt water and using numbing sprays may help resolve some sore throat pain. But others require medical intervention. The experts at Walker Family Care offer the following pointers to help you determine when that's the case.
Uncontrolled high blood pressure wreaks havoc on the body, impacting both the quality and length of your life. Learning to manage triggers can completely change your outcome. Here's what you need to know about controlling blood pressure through lifestyle.
Are you feeling tired and shaky after lunch? Before you reach for another mid-day cup of coffee to power through your day, take a look at these three easy-to-miss signs that you may have diabetes. Number 3 will surprise you.
Your normal annual physical with your doctor is your opportunity to ask questions about your symptoms and learn more about the state of your health. Here's what to expect at your next physical exam with your doctor.
Botox is a popular neurotoxin that can safely reduce the signs of aging in the face, particularly in the forehead and around the mouth and eyes. How does Botox really work and is it right for you?
Influenza not only makes millions of people dreadfully ill every year, it kills hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. Learn how you can protect yourself from it.
When it finally sneaks up on you, high blood pressure can mean the difference between life or death. Learn how to prevent and manage high blood pressure naturally with these five simple tips, before it causes serious health problems.
The basic physical exam is one of the most important steps you can take to safeguard your health. Here’s a look at why you should have a checkup and how often you should have one.