According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, about 1 in 13 Americans have asthma. Asthma research and studies have been ongoing for decades. At times, collecting the right information can be complicated. But with new technology and research, data collection is much simpler and more convenient. If you are among the millions who …
At NWPC, we’ve developed a telehealth system that allows our patients to connect virtually with our doctors from home using smartphones, tablets, and computers simply through Zoom. These online visits make it easier for you to get the health care you need with more convenience while getting to interact with your doctor directly. However, we …
Our modern and tech-focused world allows us to fall into a sedentary lifestyle easily. We are often plugged into our computers at work, spend time on devices at home, and have automated home systems that can turn on our lights or TVs. Yet, technology can also encourage us to improve our health by giving us …
The rise in mobile technology has revolutionized how we monitor our health and stay active. Today, over 80% of Americans own a smartphone, and the growth of wearable fitness trackers like the Apple Watch and Fitbit have gained considerable momentum and are now used by 21% of people nationally. But with over 97,000 wellness apps …
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A day in the life of… Imagine that you are a healthy 30 something male who is regularly active in outdoor hiking and the gym. You notice minimal pain occasionally at the lower back, but it is not consistent and subsides for a couple of days with rest. Lately, the pain has become a little …
Nearly 77% of all Americans have a social media profile of some kind. While Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram are designed to bring people together, the lack of interpersonal face-to-face relationships, well-curated content and pervasive cyberbullying are leaving some teenagers to feel symptoms of anxiety, depression, and isolation. So, are teens who spend more time …
If you are one of the 100 million adults suffering from type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you might be searching for ways to simplify how you track your glucose levels. We know the process of managing what you eat, how much you exercise, and your blood sugar levels can be difficult. Fortunately, smartphone technology …
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In the fight to stay healthy, technology can give us an edge in our personal and professional lives. We can use our digital devices to improve our diets, track our fitness efforts, or help us with medication compliance. And that’s on top of all the other wonderful technological advancements that have improved our healthcare system …
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Northwest Research Center Northwest Primary Care welcomes to our family of clinics, Northwest Research Center formerly known as Allergy Associates Research Center. Northwest Research Center’s involvement in clinical research is a critical step in developing safe, reliable, and effective pharmaceutical products. The professional, experienced staff works closely with pharmaceutical companies and the FDA (Food and …
The average elderly patient takes over five different medicines, and 55 percent of U.S. adults are prescribed more than one pharmaceutical drug. However, only 50% of prescriptions are taken correctly. The importance of medication compliance, or taking your medications as directed, can’t be overemphasized. However, we know managing prescriptions has its challenges. Since the majority …
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