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Your primary care doctor is often the first point of contact for non-emergency medical needs such as check-ups, common illnesses, screenings, and immunizations. They specialize in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing a wide variety of medical conditions and can come from family medicine or internal medicine backgrounds. “Establishing a relationship with a primary care doctor…
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Stroke is a cardiovascular disease that occurs when a blood vessel feeding the brain gets clogged or bursts. It is the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S. There is a significant link between stroke and heart disease when it comes to cardiovascular health. According to a study by the American Heart Association, the risk…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has many of us at home, wondering when life will return to normal with feelings of stress and anxiety affecting more and more people. According to The American Institute of Stress, some signs and symptoms of stress and anxiety include: Headaches Lethargy Digestive issues Loss of appetite Nervousness and restlessness Feelings of…
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Sleep health is an essential part of your overall health and wellness and most people aren’t getting enough. The National Sleep Foundation recommends the number of hours each age group should have each night: Newborns (0-3 months): 14-17 hours Infants (4-11 months): 12-15 hours Toddlers (1-2 years): 11-14 hours Preschoolers (3-5): 10-13 hours School-age children…
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February is American Heart Month which allows us an opportunity to shine a light on the prevalence of heart disease and encourage our patients to adopt healthier lifestyles. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for men and women. While heart disease can be deadly, it’s also preventable in most people. By…
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Dopson Family Medical Center is proud to welcome Kate Bennett, MD, to our family medicine practice. “The addition of Dr. Bennett to the Dopson Family Medical Center primary care team allows us to expand our services and provide even more health care services to the people of Baker County,” said Edward Anderson, CEO of Baker…
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A new year and a new decade is upon us and with that comes the wave of New Year’s Resolutions. It’s always easy to set lofty goals about all of the things we’ll change in the New Year, but keeping up with these resolutions can be a lot more difficult than we think. Instead of…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the perfect time to remind you that early detection is the best way to fight the second most common type of cancer among women. The term “breast cancer” refers to a malignant tumor that has developed from cells in the breast and according to the National Breast Cancer…
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Take advantage of clinical lab services right here in Macclenny at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Our lab is: Convenient: We’re open Monday – Friday from 6 am to 4 pm and no appointment is necessary for most lab tests. Fast: Our lab performs tests for STAT or routine orders. If your physician orders a STAT test, we call or…
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With our comprehensive Rehabilitation services, our goal is your complete recovery. Our highly rated therapists work directly with your primary doctor to create a therapy program that’s best for you. We offer: Physical Therapy to help you balance deficits, regain mobility, strengthening and pain management following surgery, hospital stays, period of illness or immobility. Occupational Therapy to…
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