[Published July 2021] We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Brent Thiel to the team at the Western Washington Medical Group’s Orthopedic, Sports, Spine & Hand Center. Specializing in Orthopedic Surgery, Thiel joins a trusted team of doctors, occupational therapists and physicians assistants, all dedicated to providing the best care to…
If you’ve been unable to schedule your Covid-19 vaccine shot(s), the good news is that although the main dedicated vaccine clinic closed on June 30, vaccines are still available! In this post, we’ll share the benefits of getting a Covid shot, address any concerns regarding side effects with getting a…
Whether caused by stress, changes in the body or environmental factors, statistics show that an estimated 50 – 70 million Americans suffer from sleep-related problems. To better face these issues, it helps to understand how the body processes sleep, and what you need to do to get a better…
Many parents and guardians worry about their children’s health, especially with regard to weight management and child obesity, as it affects over 14 million children in the U.S. The CDC defines childhood obesity as any child or teen with a Body Mass Index (BMI) in the 95th percentile or higher…
Now that vaccines are available for everyone 12 and older in Washington state, and cases of the coronavirus are down, many establishments are reopening for perhaps the first time in over a year. This means that employees who have been furloughed or have been working remotely may now be expected…
In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to stay on top of our health. One of the most important ways we can do so, starting in our 20s, is to be periodically screened for different types of cancer. Early detection can be key to eliminating cancer, or slowing its…
Women in their late 40s or early 50s experience a bodily transition called menopause. Menopause is defined by the absence of menstruation for a full year. In this post, we’ll answer common questions about menopause such as: what to expect, how to treat menopause symptoms, where and when to seek…
For folks who spend more time at home indoors during the colder months, it’s important not to neglect your health – which means staying physically fit to the best of your ability. In this post, we’ll cover the benefits of exercising at home, provide guidance on back and cardio exercises…
Each year, as plants begin to release pollen at the arrival of spring, many of us play a guessing game to figure out whether or not our allergies have been activated or we simply have a cold. Couple that with the lingering dangers of COVID-19 and you may be thoroughly…
Our lives have undoubtedly changed since the start of the pandemic over a year ago. Many of us had to overcome the effects of contracting COVID-19 or cope emotionally because a loved one suffered from it. Additionally, many of us who retained employment had to turn our homes into offices…
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