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Urgent Care Blog

Make Sciatica Less of a Pain with Piriformis Muscle Exercises

If you suffer from piriformis syndrome, you’re well aware that one of the most common symptoms is severe sciatica pain. As a result, many people mistakenly think that sciatica is caused by piriformis syndrome. But while sciatica occurs when the vertebral column irritates the sciatica nerve, piriformis syndrome is actually the result of the piriformis muscle irritating the root of the sciatic nerve. This muscle is… Read More

5 Ways to Lower Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common kind of dementia, comprising up to 80% of dementia cases. It leads to dramatic memory loss and reduced cognitive abilities that can become so severe that they impact the sufferer’s personality and daily life. Since anyone at any age can start to suffer from dementia symptoms, our team at MD Now wants to help the community understand the severity of Alzheimer’s and… Read More

Why You Need to Take Your Cholesterol Levels to Heart

As you get older, it’s important to be aware of the good, the bad, and the ugly of cholesterol because it plays a major role in your overall health. Having high cholesterol greatly increases your risk of cardiovascular disease and other serious medical conditions. Fortunately, by getting regular screenings, adopting a healthy lifestyle, and following a low cholesterol diet, you can help reduce your risk of health… Read More

Go Bananas Over Foods That Lower Blood Pressure

If you have high blood pressure and are looking for ways to manage it, we’ve got the latest dish on how to help this serious problem. According to a recent study, increasing your intake of foods high in potassium has been found to reduce blood pressure levels. Traditionally, sodium has been the primary culprit behind the condition. As a result, doctors have emphasized the salty foods to avoid with high blood… Read More

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Happy Labor Day

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