COLON SCREENING RECOMMENDATIONS Colorectal cancer screening is recommended in adults with average risk of colorectal cancer from the age of 50 through age 75. There are several options for screening, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and stool-based tests such as the fecal occult blood test (FOBT) or fecal immunochemical test (FIT). For those with a family …
Ever heard of shingles? Ever had it? Each year, about 1 million Americans are diagnosed with this condition and it is estimated that 1 in 3 will experience it in their lifetime. Shingles is reactivation of the chicken pox virus and typically affects older individuals, especially those over age 60. I find myself being asked …
Below is a list of the most common vaccines currently recommended for our patients. Click the link labeled [pdf] to learn more. INFLUENZA VACCINE Influenza vaccine is recommended yearly for all adults in the fall or winter. The vaccine may be given as soon as it becomes available. [pdf] PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINE There are two types of …
The past several weeks have been exceptionally challenging for everyone. It is difficult to understate the impact that coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had on our lives. Starting May 15th many of us will see the easing of restrictions on how we go about our days. The reopening process in Oregon is happening at the …
Providers at Pacific Medical Group (PMG) continue to see high levels of flu and other viral illnesses, consistent with national trends. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) anticipates that this will continue for several more weeks. This flu season has been complicated by a new, or novel coronavirus, which has spread worldwide. The …
Cold and flu season is here and it has hit hard. Each year in the United States alone, there are 1 billion cases of the common cold. Yes, a billion. It is average for a child under five years of age to have five to seven episodes of the common cold per year; adults typically …
Flu season is upon us and so are our efforts to protect our communities with flu vaccines. Primary care offices have received their stocks and vaccines are also available at our local pharmacies. This is an important time of year to talk with your doctor about ways to reduce the spread of flu and other …
Let’s face it – we all struggle to eat healthy, fresh food. Studies shows that 90% of Americans eat too much salt and 90% don’t eat the recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables. We must do better! In discussing low-salt diets with my patients, I find that most people aren’t over-salting their foods with a …
Summer means warm, sunny weather and more people out walking, running, biking, and doing the things we love. This also means more people sharing our roads, and the potential for serious accidents. In the past year in Clackamas County and our surrounding areas there have been numerous bicycle versus motor vehicle and pedestrian versus motor …
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16th. Fire up the grill, guys! This is also the perfect time of year to check in with the father or fathers in your life and make sure that they are getting the medical care and support that they need. What are key men’s health issues? This often depends on …
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