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How to Stay Safe if your Home is Near a Wild Fire

With fire season in full swing, it is important to always have a plan should one occur in your area. Here are some tips for keeping safe during a wildfire, as well as help protect you and your house as best you can.   Before a Wildfire: -If you see a wildfire, always call 9-1-1. Don’t assume someone already has. -Always have a disaster kit ready as well as an emergency evacuation plan, and make sure everyone in the household knows it as well.   Before The Fire Approaches Your House: -Evacuate your pets or anyone with medical or physical limitations and the youngest immediately. -Wear protective clothing, i.e. clothes that aren’t extremely flammable such as polyester or screen-printed shirts. …


Five Foods to Fuel Weight Loss

Five fresh food ideas for weight loss and better health.


UTI Prevention

Urinary tract infections (UTI’s) are the second most common reason for patients to visit the doctor, second only to respiratory tract infections such as the common cold. Unfortunately, the majority of cases of UTI occur in women. What can you do to help prevent urinary tract infections?


Weight Loss Myths

Endocrinologist, Dr. Nguyen gets to the bottom of some popular weight loss myths