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Dr. Lindsey Hay Joins Boone County Family Medicine

BOONE, Iowa—The new member to the medical staff at Boone County Family Medicine has now begun her practice. The Boone County Hospital wants people to welcome J. Lindsey Hay, M.D., to the Boon…

Where are drugs stored in the body?

Mary* was feeling great! She was no longer taking medications which made her feel emotionally numb and clouded. She felt clear-headed and stable, something she had not felt for a long timeThe Truehope program was really working!She felt energized and motivated, so she began to go jogging. She wanted to improve her health and lose some of the weight she had gained over the last year. All at once her symptoms began to backslide.When Mary called Truehope, her support person…

A salty tale: What EMS personnel need to know about electrolyte disorders

Learn what causes electrolyte disorders and how to recognize when sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, phosphate and magnesium levels are too high or low

With more young people having strokes, be alert to these warning signs

Being able to identify if someone is having a stroke can literally save that person’s life.

What Is Acupuncture? What Are the Benefits?

What is acupuncture? Find out how it works, the possible uses and benefits, does it hurt, what a typical treatment is like, and side effects.

Why (some) parents don’t vaccinate

The million-headed dragon of online anger has a great mouthful of fire for parents who don’t vaccinate their kids. But such scolding misses the mark, alienating caring parents who just want t…

How to Fit in Exercise While You Travel

Traveling, whether for business or pleasure, is no reason to leave your fitness goals behind. Here’s how to get a good workout, on the go.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Steps to diabetic foot care

People with diabetes face many health problems, including nerve damage [...]

Injury Prevention 101: The Role of Running Shoes and Orthotics

How do shoes and orthotics play a role in injury prevention?

When to Go to an Urgent Care

Is your little one sick? Find out when immediate medical attention is necessary.It’s natural to worry when your little one gets sick. It’s certainly no fun dealing with an ill child. Of course, it’s easy for worry to turn to panic, but does my child need to see one of their River

Foot Conditions of Children: 5 Things You Should Know

It’s common for children to suffer from ankle and foot problems. Yet, thanks to their resilience, you may often miss the signs and symptoms of such foot conditions.

11 Foot Care Tips for Type 2 Diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes need to pay special attention to foot care to prevent complications. Take these steps to keep your feet healthy.

6 Common Causes of Foot Cramps

By Brian ActonFoot cramps are an involuntary spasm of the muscles in your feet, and commonly affect the arch or the toes. They occur when a muscle in your foot contracts and is temporarily unable to relax. While foot cramps typically don’t last long, they can recur and are often intensely painfulIf you’re experiencing foot cramps on a regular basis, there may be an underlying cause that you need to address. Here are six common causes of foot cramps.Overly Intense…

What is Your Foot Type?

Have you ever wondered what your foot type is? The structure of your feet makes a big difference in...

How Do I Know If My Foot Injury Is Serious?

In today's blog, we share some tips for helping to determine if your foot injury is serious.

Health care or abuse: Which are you receiving?

High-overhead, high-volume offices sacrifice the sacred physicians-patient relationship. This is not health care. It’s abuse.

Surgery for the Feet...