This March is National Kidney Month here in the US so we thought now would be a great time to discuss the importance of kidney health. The kidneys are a vital organ and healthy, functioning kidneys are absolutely essential for maintaining overall health and wellness. Unfortunately, kidney disease is very common for adults in the […]
February is approaching, which means it is nearly American Heart Month here at Abraham Family Medicine. This is a time when our healthcare providers try to help educate our readers about the causes and effects of heart disease, as well as the importance of heart health. This year, we wanted to answer a few common […]
Everyone here at Abraham Family Medicine is excited that the holiday season is here once again. There is a lot to love about the holidays, however this is also the time of year when sickness is most common. Cold temperatures, festive gatherings, cold and flu germs in the air during the COVID-19 pandemic, and additional […]
Feedback is important in any field. But especially so for healthcare providers like our entire medical team here at Abraham Family Medicine. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide professional, first-class medical care that our patients and their loved ones deserve. So hearing back from our patients helps us know what we are doing […]
The threat of lung cancer is incredibly serious for adults in the US. Although the disease is commonly associated with smoking, the truth is that many people who have never smoked cigarettes are diagnosed with lung cancer every year. That’s why it’s so important for people to understand their risk of lung cancer and take […]
It has been said that 2020 is the year of uncertainty, however this year one thing has remained certain: people are concerned about their health. As we enter into the autumn season, we face a new set of challenges. From children heading back to school to the upcoming flu season to the ongoing pandemic, keeping […]
With Prostate Cancer Awareness Month coming up, our healthcare providers at Abraham Family Medicine thought now would be a great time to discuss this common health condition for men. The threat of prostate cancer is not something men can take lightly, especially as they age and their risk of developing this condition increases. In order […]
Before medical treatment can begin, a diagnosis must be made. Here at Abraham Family Medicine, our healthcare providers use many tools to help accurately diagnose a wide variety of issues and conditions that can affect our patient’s health and wellness. This includes offering in-office diagnostic testing to help improve patient care by identifying potential health […]
Lung diseases are very common for adults in the US. In fact, the most common respiratory conditions affect millions of Americans by challenging their ability to breath regularly. The lungs are part of a complex system that, when functioning normally, expand and relax thousands of times each day in order to deliver oxygen and expel […]
It’s important for men to be proactive when it comes to taking care of their mental and physical health. It’s a fact that of the 15 leading causes of death in the US, men die at higher rates for all of them except Alzheimer’s disease. Instead of thinking of this information as a cause for […]
