Your appointment was at 3 p.m. It’s now 3:30 and you’re still in the lobby. Waiting. You’ve checked your email. You’ve caught up on text messages. You may even be listening to your favorite podcast to pass the time. And you’re still waiting. Why do doctors take so long? And why is Raleigh Adult Medicine […]
Updated July 2023 One out of every three Triangle residents may have a painful disease lying dormant in their systems, waiting for an opportunity to strike. Anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk of developing shingles, a painful, red, blistering rash that develops on one side of the body. It’s caused by the same […]
Imagine this: Your workload has been overwhelming lately. To add to the stress, you’re having car trouble and you and your significant other just had a serious disagreement. You check your blood sugar and find that it is unusually high. Are the two related? There is a relationship between blood sugar and anxiety, and it’s […]
Every year, 1.3 million American women experience menopause, which typically occurs between ages 51 and 52. Around 75 % of women experience vasomotor symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, night sweats and even migraines. But menopausal symptoms are not limited to these vasomotor symptoms. It’s also possible for women to develop urogenital and psychogenic […]
While you may have had all your basic vaccinations when you were a child, as an adult, there are still several immunizations you need to stay healthy. For evidence, just look at the statistics: ● On average, around 400,000 Americans have experienced flu-related hospitalizations since 2010. During that period, the flu also killed more than […]
Does the prospect of a road trip make you uneasy? Do twisted rural roads cause your stomach to lurch? Are you adamant to make sure you’re always the one driving or riding “shotgun?” Motion sickness and vertigo can make anyone miserable. Certain people seem prone to these conditions, and we’ll take a detailed look at […]
BLUE RIDGE ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECT: The City of Raleigh began a construction project in June to widen Blue Ridge Road. Most of the erosion control and tree protection is now in place, and clearing crews are working on tree and brush removal. During this work, there may be lane closures and traffic delays. Please allow yourself extra time to ensure you are on time for your appointment! All construction updates can be accessed via "Blue Ridge Road Widening Project."