Our own Mike Eastman, Director of Imaging for Derry Imaging, was one of several area business people who took part in a recent roundtable sponsored by the NH Business Review. The subject was the issues facing the region’s employers. With an increase in premiums for employers and the higher deductibles employees are now paying, Eastman…
When the unexpected happens…a twisted ankle during a run; the flu hits out of nowhere; someone just came inside with an embedded tick on his arm; or…oh my goodness is that pink eye…what do you do? If the answer is to pack up everyone into the minivan immediately and head to urgent care, you’re not alone…
Wouldn’t we all like to live in a less painful world? That sentiment is one that is valued highly by our new Nurse Practitioner, Krista Radford. Since July 2018, Krista has worked in Pain Management at DMC Primary Care. She chose to practice within this speciality after focusing on Oncology. “Prior to joining Pain Management, I…
Fall is a favorite season for many, but it can also be a stressful time. The kids are back in the thick of school and parents are rushing to transport them and help with homework. The flu might be starting to make its way into the house (and of course everyone gets it!). Football season…
Nobody wants to catch the flu, but people get it all of the time. In fact, according to WebMD, “5% to 20% of the U.S. population will get the flu, on average, each year.” And, while the flu itself doesn’t seem all that frightening to many of us, people do die from it. To be exact, WebMD stated that 3,000…
Weight gain and obesity is a major problem with a large portion of the American population. In fact, according to the CDC, “The prevalence of obesity was 39.8% and affected about 93.3 million of U.S. adults in 2015-2016.” But what causes these rates? Well, there are many theories including food deserts, extra sugar in packaged foods and more.…
For those who haven’t heard of HMR (Health Management Resources), it’s a customized weight loss program we run that, according to our HMR Info Session and Program Basics blog, “involves psychology and medical staff – essentially it’s a program where a whole team helps to manage health in a resource-based way.” The program has resulted in great…
Nothing can compare to the feeling of sunshine and fresh air on your face and in your hair. Outdoor exercise is one of the most enjoyable ways to improve muscle strength, gain cardiovascular benefits galore and even get a mood boost. Looking for a great summer exercise that’s fun to share with the whole family?…