Your brain is your most powerful organ, yet it weighs in at just over three pounds. It controls thinking, bodily functions, physical capacity, emotions, and memory. The cerebrum fills most of your skull, and is responsible for memory, problem solving, emotions, and movement. The cerebellum, at the back…
In our last post, we told you why winter is the season when many of us put on a little extra padding. In this post, we want to talk more about what you can do about it. Family providers tell us that family fitness is an important…
This is a guest post. All views contained herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of Western Washington Medical Group. The long chilly months of winter are perfect for curling up indoors and hibernating with a book, lounging in front of the TV,…
This is a guest post. All views contained herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of Western Washington Medical Group. One in 33 babies is born with a birth defect. This means that about 120,000 babies born in the U.S. each year…
Kids love pets. Anyone who has been to a zoo can confirm that kids enjoy interacting with, touching and even hugging animals. Children are naturally drawn to animals, learning their sounds, smells, and personalities, and developing an understanding of the animal world and their unusual habits. But does…
Illness seems inevitable as we approach this time of year. Sooner or later we get the tell-tale tickle in our throat that quickly becomes a nightmare of watery eyes, runny noses, and endless nights of coughing. For those of us with children, this misery extends not only to our…
This is a guest post. All views contained herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of Western Washington Medical Group. There are a lot of great health foods out there that can boost your immunity and help keep you well during this season. Of…
This is a guest post. All views contained herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of Western Washington Medical Group. Coffee is now one of the most popular beverages in the U.S., and 80-90 percent of adults drink at least one cup a day.
Flu season generally lasts October through May, and peaks in the Winter months. WWMG’s primary care providers recommend that all family members 6 months or older get flu shots. If you are a parent concerned about vaccinating your family, please refer to our article on the safety and effectiveness…
Vaccinations are among the most important advances of modern medicine. In addition to eliminating diseases like smallpox and reducing other severe illnesses such as polio, vaccines have dramatically reduced the occurrence of more common illnesses like the flu and measles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that…
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