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Access Test Results and More Through LabFinder
Have you accessed test results through your patient portal on LabFinder.com yet?Using LabFinder is super easy and convenient. Your test results will automatically be uploaded to your secure online account, and they can be viewed and shared at any time. Aside from test...
Risk Factors for Erectile Dysfunction
Over 30 million men in the United States experience some level of difficulty attaining or keeping an erection. While erectile dysfunction (ED) may be a difficult topic for most men, it is quite common and should be addressed. If left untreated, ED can have a negative...
Can Stress Cause IBS?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder. Often those with IBS experience abdominal pain related to bowel movements, diarrhea, and/or constipation. So, what causes IBS? In truth, the exact cause is unknown. It often occurs after...
Spring Is In The Air! So Is Pollen…
There are many things to look forward to now that spring is officially here. It means warmer weather, spending more time outdoors, and flowers blooming. For many of us, though, it also means suffering through seasonal allergies.Allergies are a very common issue for...
Why You Need To Fast Prior To A Blood Test
For many types of blood tests patients are required to fast for several hours beforehand. This means you can't eat or drink anything accept for water prior to your test. It may seem like a frustrating requirement but it's for a good reason.Simply put - eating or...
Detect 16 Different Infections With One Test
The Biofire Respiratory Panel is a comprehensive diagnostic panel which accurately tests for the presence of 16 different respiratory infections, including COVID-19. What can you expect during a Respiratory Panel?The test is a simple nasal swab, similar to other PCR...
What Happens After Your Annual Physical?
With an annual physical, your provider is better able to maintain a holistic knowledge of you, your lifestyle and its effects on your overall health. It's an important exam for preventative health care that should be done once a year.Watch this video of Dr. Emmanuel...
Colon Cancer: What You Should Know
Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers, with roughly 150,000 cases diagnosed in the US every year. Like with many other cancers, early detection of colon cancer is highly important for successful treatment. Here is what you should know. How often should you be...
How To Prevent Diabetes
Around 30 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes, and up to ten million more may have it and not know it.Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of the disorder. In Type 2, the body either doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use the insulin efficiently...
How To Know If It’s An STD Or UTI
Pain in the genital area can be scary and hard to talk about, but it's something that should not be ignored.Two common culprits of discomfort in this part of the body are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and urinary tract infections (UTIs). The problem is that...