COVID-19: Latest Update About Testing for Virus in Portland
We have received many questions about the novel coronavirus outbreak. We’re sharing current knowledge about testing for COVID-19.
How to Keep Yourself and Your Loved Ones Safe From COVID-19
COVID-19 continues to be a significant health concern. We want to remind you of steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
Dr. Mal McAninch Retires
Dr. Mal McAninch has been a much-loved, highly dedicated and effective internist in Portland for many years. After a long career of helping patients, Dr. McAninch is retiring.
COVID-19 Update: Symptoms We’ve Seen Firsthand
We have now seen several patients who have tested positive for COVID-19. We’re answering your questions about how the symptoms of COVID-19 might present.
Coronavirus Update_Social Distancing
Things are changing rapidly. We are now at a critical point with the coronavirus spread in Oregon and across our country. One of the best weapons we have to combat the spread of this virus is to physically distance ourselves from others.
Coronavirus Update
We’d like to address some of the uncertainty and unsettling news and information regarding the coronavirus outbreak in our community and across the world. Infection with the coronavirus can cause a range of illnesses from common cold symptoms to severe pneumonia requiring assistance with breathing and, sadly, some patients are dying from this infection.
Top 6 More Effective Ways to Survive Holiday Indulging
The holidays can be one of the best times of the year. The family, the friends, the memories, and the food can all make this time of year special. Often, we jump from party to party and our days revolve around rich and indulgent foods. It can be hard to resist food during the holidays…
Top 5 Ways to Prevent the Flu
Flu season is here. Every year Americans miss almost 111 million workdays because of the flu. Approximately 5-10% of the population will get the flu this year. Here are the top five ways to prevent the flu and stay healthy: 1. Avoid close contact with people who are sick Staying away from people who are…
8 Tips to Cope with Daylight Savings
Daylight savings is a reminder that spring is right around the corner and the short winter days are behind us. This change in time can cause disruptions to our circadian rhythm (our body’s internal clock), creating a lack of sleep. Here are some tips to prepare your body for the change in time.
Lower Your Risk for Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women with one in eight women diagnosed during their lifetime. Many cancers, including breast cancer, are caused by lifestyle factors, not necessarily genetics. Although there are risk factors that you cannot control, it is possible to lower your risk with lifestyle…