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Influence of social determinants of health and emotional health factors on female sexual health [Women's health]

Annals of Family Medicine

Persistent and distressful sexual problems are defined as female sexual dysfunction (FSD),, which can increase the risk of physical and emotional health problems. Setting/data set: Inclusion criteria: all patients referred to WH from 1/2022 - 1/2023 who completed the questionnaires. and 250 had an FSDS ≥11.

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Virtual Reality Training Module May Aid Infection Control Efforts

Physician's Weekly

Participants praised the high-fidelity environment and the ability to interact with objects in the space, while 29 percent reported negative physical sensations (headaches, eye strain, dizziness, nausea) and challenges with blurry vision (54.8 While roughly half still reported negative physical sensations (45.5 Shenoy, M.D.,

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What to know about High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

Blood pressure is the pressure of blood “pushing against the walls of your arteries” As blood rushes from your heart to other organs, it helps to replenish nutrients and transport oxygen. Many patients do not recognize elevated blood pressure as it can be subtle such as intermittent vision change or headaches.

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How to Manage Prediabetes with Food (What Actually Works)

Vida Family Medicine

At Vida Family Medicine, I’ve helped hundreds of patients improve their blood sugar without extreme dieting or cutting out the foods they love. Its job is to transport sugar from your bloodstream to the cells that need it—like your brain, muscles, or liver. Small, sustainable changes that work with your body—not against it.

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What to Expect Before, During, and after a Carotid Endarterectomy

Vascular Physician

Most patients can expect to recover in the hospital for 1-2 days after surgery. Be sure to follow your health care provider's recommendations for physical activity restrictions and gradually reintroduce normal activities.

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Our Anxiety Epidemic: How to Stop Fearing the Future

Priority Physicians

Many of us know where our meals come from, have sufficient clothing, enjoy roofs over our heads, access heating and air conditioning, use reliable transportation, and receive effective medications. Physical Effects of Anxiety Anxiety levels in Indiana are high — 32.9% So why is the general population so anxious?

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Common Myths about Varicose Veins

Vascular Physician

Keeping your blood circulating with regular exercise or physical activity may alleviate some pain. This outpatient procedure results in minimal to no scarring, bruising or swelling and patients can typically resume normal activities within a few days. Patients may feel a mild discomfort during the procedure.