As we get older, prioritizing our health becomes increasingly important year-after-year. This leads many of us to consider ways we can improve our well-being through adopting healthy New Year’s resolutions. If you don’t know where to begin, start by considering the following age-appropriate lifestyle choices that focus on making this new year the year of …
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We know the pandemic has transitioned many of our patients away from working in a traditional office environment to a remote work setting that can be stressful. We also know the challenges of that transition may have made it difficult to foster a healthy work-life balance, especially for those going remote for the first time. …
People living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes know how crucial it is to keep their blood sugar levels in check. Additionally, part of living a healthy lifestyle is to be acutely aware of how foods and beverages impact our bodies, especially when living with a health condition. Alcohol can have dramatic effects on …
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so NWPC is doing our part to educate our community by covering the best practices around early detection and information on when to visit your doctor. Because this disease is the second leading cause of death among women, early discovery is essential to saving lives and can increase …
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We want to make sure you’re prepared for the 2020 – 2021 flu season by offering practical information on vaccines. First, it’s essential for healthy people to get a flu shot because influenza is one of the top ten causes of death and one of the most preventable. Flu shots also protect our communities by …
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Screening for breast cancer takes less time than getting your nails done—and unlike nail polish, its benefits can last a lifetime. Consider mammograms. It takes just 20 minutes to capture x-ray images of both breasts, which can then be examined for signs of cancer. Their ability to detect breast cancer early—before it can be felt—has …
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Understanding health insurance terms is crucial to picking the best plan for you and your loved ones. Looking to learn more about your insurance by learning the particulars of around specific terms? We’re making health care easier by explaining eight main terms you should know before your next visit at NWPC! 1. Premium Health insurance …
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 …
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