Have you heard the buzz about sugar lately? First, fat was the bad guy, then it was carbs and now its sugar! High intake of sugar can cause fat buildup in the liver which leads to problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and obesity. Read More »
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New Year’s Resolution Progress
Here we are, well into the month of January. If you set goals for the New Year, how are you doing on them? Improving eating habits and losing weight are probably the most popular goals set for New Year’s resolutions. But in the middle of January, with the temperature below zero and it being dark outside early in the evening, it’s easy to slip into a lazy routine. Read More »
Why Take Two? Is Two Really Better Than One?
I recently had a patient diagnosed with a permanent hearing loss in both ears. While discussing the various hearing aid options, he brought up a great question, “Do I really need two hearing aids? Won’t my hearing be improved even if I only get one hearing aid?”
For most individuals looking to pursue hearing aids, the simple answer to this question is two hearing aids are better than one. Read More »
Are You Part of a Team?
If you are an athlete, you can appreciate the feeling of having a whole team behind you. It is a great comfort to know so many people are there to back you up. At Avera Medical Group we are developing coordinated care models to provide our patients with teams. Read More »
Zambia Mission: An Accepted Call
“If I could be of service, I would willingly go to any part of the world…” -Nano Nagle, Founder of the Presentation Sisters
“Your request to go to Zambia, Africa, has been approved.”
Really? How seriously did I want to go, and did Nano imagine Africa when she voiced her bold statement? Read More »
Noisy Toys: The Hidden Dangers
The holidays are quickly upon us, and I’m sure that many of your Christmas lists are filled with toys for the little ones. Many toys children want have all sorts of sights and sounds. Parents, family and friends might not realize the dangers that various toys may pose on children’s hearing. Read More »
