Do you or a loved one have COPD? Or, are you started to be out of breath regularly? 12 Million Americans are affected by COPD, which is one of the most common chronic illness diagnoses according to the NIH. What is COPD? COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. This disease is the third leading […]
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In the US, the American Diabetes Association estimates that 30.3 million Americans, or 9.4% of the population, have diabetes. It is estimated that 1.25 million American adults and children have type 1 diabetes. Medical News Today reported that the most common type of diabetes is type 2. 90 to 95% of people with diabetes have type 2, and 5% have […]
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With today’s medical advances, you can detect cancer earlier and have a chance at being cancer-free. At Hillandale Primary Care & Laser Center, we encourage you to be proactive in maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. Screening for cancer is an important step you can take. Read more about it here. Screening for Cancer The […]
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Good health is dependent on regular exercise and a healthy diet. In addition to the exercise and diet, a routine physical examination is an essential part of your overall preventive medicine plan. An important study published in the American Journal of Medicine revealed that inadequate physical examination is a significant source of medical errors and subsequent adverse […]
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A preventative approach is one of the best methods of wellness. Catching something early or managing an illness or disease can keep you healthy, happy, and at your best. Females have a lot of essential body parts that make them a woman that need to be examined regularly. What is a Well-Woman Exam? A well-woman examination is […]
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An EKG or electrocardiogram records your heart’s electrical. The EKG is a standard test that doctors use to monitor the heart’s status, and detect possible heart problems in many situations. Electrocardiograms which also go by the acronym of ECGs or EKGs are often performed in a clinic, doctor’s office, emergency room, or hospital room. They […]
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With school getting ready to start back up for the year, your child may need a sports physical for high school or college. Make sure you meet the school’s deadline so your child can meet the requirements for their favorite team sport. What is a PPE? In the sports medicine field, there is a preparticipation […]
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Welcome to Hillandale Primary Care. Here are ten things to know about us. 1. Two Office Locations in GA For your convenience, we have two office locations in Georgia: Lithonia Office 2523 Panola Road Lithonia, GA 30058 Lawrenceville Office 1950 Riverside Parkway, Suite 100 Lawrenceville, GA 30043 We welcome patients to both locations. Give us […]
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It has been proven over the years that regular exercise is linked to good health. Exercise and physical therapy have immediate and long-term health benefits, and regular activity can improve your quality of life. Muscles and Bones Bones are living tissue that responds to exercise and becomes stronger. People over 20 years old can help prevent bone loss with regular exercise. Regular exercising maintains […]
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When you get your labs back from your doctor, and they start going over your cholesterol, LDL and HDL numbers do you get confused? Does your brain start shutting down and the information doesn’t compute? You are not alone. It can be very confusing. Understanding this information is vital for good health so we will […]
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