Though they may be more excited about attending new classes and seeing their friends after the summer break apart, one thing that shouldn’t be neglected when preparing for a new school year is your student’s health. To set them up for success you’ll want them to be physically and mentally…
Preparing a healthy breakfast or dinner is simple for most people who are home during those mealtimes, but eating a healthy lunch is often easier said than done. Whether it’s resisting a trip to a nearby restaurant or home-baked goodies brought in by colleagues at the office, it’s often hard…
“We’re part of a very close and strong community.” —Dr. Douglas Trotter Established in 1953, the Snohomish Family Medicine practice provides traditional care appointments for the whole family and offers the added benefit of a Walk-in Clinic for those instances when seeing a physician promptly is necessary, With over 60…
“Big enough to help you, small enough to know you.” Since 1990, the Lake Serene Clinic – Family Practice in Lynnwood has provided primary and urgent care services to the community. Voted #1 by patients for “Overall Rating of the Provider” in the Puget Sound Health…
Though it’s common to focus on achieving optimal physical health, maintaining good mental health is just as important to your overall well-being. Mental health is the foundation of a healthy life, because it shapes how you experience everything, from daily tasks to relationships to physical health. In fact, studies show…
Maintaining a normal blood pressure level is vital to your health. Unfortunately, many people suffer from high blood pressure, which can cause a number of issues that range from minor to life-threatening. In this post, we’ll examine what blood pressure is, how to best manage it and…
Now that the new year is here, it’s time to focus on how to stick to the new year’s resolutions you set for your health. One trick that may help is using the SMART method, which ensures your goal is Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant and Time-based Using this method, you…
Regardless of the specific dietary plan, a wide variety of nutritionists agree on one thing: the importance of breakfast. It’s the meal that many choose to skip, but research points to its benefits if consumed daily. Of course, the contents of the meal make a difference, but timing is also…
While flu shots make you less susceptible to catching influenza, unfortunately there’s no vaccine to prevent the common cold, nor is there a cure for it. That’s why it’s smart to make a shopping list for cold season remedies and stay ahead of the game where your winter-time health is…
Each year a vaccination is developed to combat the current strain of influenza, more commonly known as “the flu.” One of the best ways to prevent the flu is to get a flu shot, but many wonder if it’s really worth it. In the following post, we’ll break down the…
Notice
It appears you are using a browser that is no longer supported or receiving updates. As a result, this site may not view correctly. Please upgrade or install a more compliant browser like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc. for the best viewing experience.