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Scheduling a sports physical exam is one of the most important things parents can do to make sure their kids are not only ready for a new school year, but for their wellbeing. Laredo CareClinic is offering sports physical exams, which are a requirement for student athletes, cheerleaders, band members and students in other organizations. But, having an annual physical is an important part of a child’s health and development, even if your child isn’t involved in a student organization. Annual physicals he... ... Read More

Maintaining a healthy digestive system, or gut, could be the key to better health. When healthy, the gut absorbs nutrients from food, eliminates waste, communicates with the brain and supports a healthy immune system and nervous system function. If the gut is unhealthy, it can cause digestive diseases which affect 60 to 70 million Americans according to the National Institute of Health. Signs of an unhealthy gut include an upset stomach, sudden weight gain or loss without changes in lifestyle, disrupted... ... Read More

Popular over-the-counter pain relief medicines, anti-inflammatories and steroids can offer short-term relief, but may leave users with long-term chronic pain or conditions. A new study from McGill University found inflammation to be a crucial part of healing due to neutrophils, a white blood cell that helps fight infection and set the stage for tissue repair. When these neutrophils were blocked in mice with anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids, they experienced prolonged pain up to ten times the normal ... ... Read More

Only five hours a week of moderate exercise could help ward off a cancer diagnosis. A study published by Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the journal of the American College of Sports Medicine, found strong evidence correlating physical activity to lower rates of cancer and other chronic conditions like heart disease, stroke and dementia. Using self-reported data from 600,000 U.S. adults, the observational study estimates over 46,000 cancer cases could be avoided each year through regula... ... Read More

When a medical emergency arises, it’s important to know the differences between a hospital-based Emergency Room, a freestanding Emergency Room, and a walk-in clinic. Knowing where to seek treatment could make a significant difference in the cost of treatment, and in the care that is delivered. Hospital-based Emergency Room Most people are familiar with the traditional hospital-based Emergency Room, which offers 24-hour medical care year-round. ERs are not designed for routine illnesses, and patients are... ... Read More

Laredo CareClinic is now offering two types of physical exams to help detect medical problems before the symptoms appear. Sports Physicals Back to school usually means new clothes, new school supplies and new schedules. But, for children in sports, cheerleading, band or dance, back to school also means a dash for sports physicals. Sports physicals help recognize developing medical issues before they become serious. One example of this is eyesight. Research has linked poor eyesight with poor performance ... ... Read More

Access to quality medical care continues to thrive in the Laredo-Webb County region, thanks to Laredo Medical Center affiliate Laredo Physician Associates, which is now home to five family medicine physicians at two convenient locations across town. Dr. Cory Fernandes is the newest family medicine physician to join the team in July 2022. He received his undergraduate education at the University of California, Davis and his medical education at Touro University Nevada, College of Osteopathic Medicine in ... ... Read More

By Richard Bang, M.D., Family Medicine Physician, Primary Care Associates of Laredo Before heading outdoors to enjoy the long summer days, make sure you’re armed with all the essentials for spending time in the sun, safely: a pair of sunglasses, a hat, and, most importantly, a good sunscreen. In addition to premature aging, excessive sun exposure puts our health at risk. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States; more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day. A... ... Read More

By Jesus Aguirre-Burgos, M.D., family medicine physician, Primary Care Associates of Laredo Hepatitis, which means inflammation of the liver, is also the name of a group of viral infections. Although hepatitis A, B, C, D and E are very distinct viruses, they share the commonality of attacking the liver of their host. These potent viruses can do tremendous damage. Microscopic amounts of the viruses are strong enough to infect humans, and in most cases, the diseases are not fatal. However, if the symptoms... ... Read More

By Cory Fernandes, D.O., family medicine physician, Primary Care Associates of Laredo It’s no secret that mental health is often a taboo subject in the minority community. Often in minority cultures, parents will tell their kids not to talk about their struggles with mental health or not to seek help because it may bring embarrassment to the family. In these recent post-COVID months, we’ve all had days when we’ve felt down, and nothing seems to be going right. COVID, though a terrible and devastating di... ... Read More