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Author - Ralph Robertson, M.D.
What is Hepatitis?
Hepatitis refers to an inflammation of the liver. It may or may not be caused by a virus. Sometimes...
What’s the Big Deal About Vitamin D?
Should I be concerned about taking daily vitamin D and, if so, how much should I take and what kind...
Tick Bite! Oh No, What Now?
The facts might help you decide on what to do next. If a deer tick bites you, stays attached more...
How Should I Prepare Myself to Communicate With My Physician?
Back in the day, when you had a medical question, you looked to your doctor for answers...
Why have I been hearing so much about the Zika virus lately?
You’ve been hearing a lot about the Zika virus because it has just recently, for the first time...
Should I get a flu shot?
It’s interesting to hear the banter every year about flu shots. Seems like there are those who...
What is the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
In 2012, 29 million Americans had diabetes; 1.25 million had Type 1. The difference between...
What is Medication Reconciliation?
Medication reconciliation should happen each time you have a health care visit. It is the process...
What Exactly is a Physician Assistant?
What exactly is a physician assistant, how much training is involved, and how is a PA typically...
I don’t have health insurance. What options do I have?
I don’t have health insurance. What options do I have? Fortunately, there are resources...