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Understanding Diabetes: Early Signs Families Should Never Ignore

Center for Family Medicine

Understanding these small but significant changes can lead individuals to see out an initial checkup, where a blood test can confirm if diabetes is present. As the body cannot utilize sugar efficiently, excess sugar is stored as fat, particularly in the midsection. Some individuals may gain weight as a result.

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Common Mistakes That Can Skew Cholesterol Test Results

Imperial Center Family Medicine

Testing Tips for Accurate Results Small details make a difference when it comes to landing on target with your cholesterol checkup. Our doctors utilize advanced cholesterol screening alongside cutting-edge diagnostic technology. Your doctor will consider medication interactions when interpreting your screening results.

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Knowledge-based TikTok videos help ease fears about gynecological checkups

Medical Xpress

No longer just pet videos and pranks, short-form videos are utilized more and more to share health information. Doctors and researchers are taking to social media networks themselves to encourage regular screenings for disease.

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Common Mistakes That Can Skew Cholesterol Test Results

Imperial Center Family Medicine

Testing Tips for Accurate Results Small details make a difference when it comes to landing on target with your cholesterol checkup. Our doctors utilize advanced cholesterol screening alongside cutting-edge diagnostic technology. Your doctor will consider medication interactions when interpreting your screening results.