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…
Obesity is currently one of the most serious health issues in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, in 2013, 78.4 million U.S. adults were obese, along with nearly 12.7 million U.S. children and adolescents. Those numbers are more than double what they were in the 1970s. Obesity…
Of all stages in life, pregnancy is the one in which a woman’s health is most important. Not only is your health more delicate during pregnancy, it also affects the long-term health of your baby. Proper nutrition is key to a healthy pregnancy that’s free of complications. While every woman’s…
Puget Sound Health Alliance recently released the results of it’s 2011-2012 Patient Experience with Primary Care Providers in the Puget Sound Region. This survey was mailed to approximately 90,000 people in the Puget Sound area and asked patients to rate the experience they had with their provider and the provider’s…
No one wants their body to break down because they haven’t taken care of their health. Maintaining good health requires that you take preventive care seriously and see a provider regularly. Many health issues can be detected through regular checkups and screenings, and by talking to your provider about any…
Now that it’s summer, many people are wearing flip-flops and sandals to beat the heat. While these may keep your feet cooler, they’re not the best shoes for your feet. The less support a shoe or sandal has, the more likely that you’ll develop foot problems. It’s common to develop…
There are two silent killers that threaten people’s health and the more you know about them, the better! The first is high blood pressure. Unless people have their blood pressure checked, there’s no way to know that they have high blood pressure. Sometimes it manifests itself in headaches or a…
Many people do not realize the importance of having a family healthcare provider. If you or one of your family members gets sick, can’t you just head to the nearest walk-in clinic for treatment? While this may solve your immediate problem, having a family provider is important for preventing future…
WWMG’s Family Medicine providers are always here for you and every member of your family, young and old. With this in mind, have you ever thought about why it is important to have a family provider? Why not just go to a walk-in clinic or the emergency room when you…
Injuries are a leading cause of disability for people of all ages, and the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. When people practice safe behaviors, they can help prevent injuries – and even death. That’s why we’re celebrating National Safety Month. Make a difference: This month,…
Masking Update
Face masks are required for patients, visitors, and staff at all WWMG clinics, due to an increase in community respiratory illnesses. Learn more
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