Health Articles
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Whatcom County Pollen Count
Are you going to need your allergy medicine today? Check the latest Whatcom County pollen count here, courtesy of the Asthma & Allergy Center of Whatcom County.
Do we still need to worry about the "Flu" ?
The good news is that the rate of infection in our area has greatly declined for the H1N1 Swine Flu, and at this point, we are waiting to see if a third wave of infection will hit our area. This this remains a distinct possibility, and for this reason, federal health authorities advise that it is still a good idea to get a flu vaccine if you have not yet had one. Call your doctor's office directly, we have a good supply of vaccine on hand!
Are you Driven to Distraction?
Article by David Lynch - Tue, 07/28/2009
We have known for a long time that use of a cell phone requires time and attention, which makes it a danger to use while driving an automobile. In spite of this fact, it is obvious to anyone who takes the time to look around that many automobile drivers are engaged in talking on their mobile phones or text messaging while they drive, even though that activity is illegal in Washington State. read more »
A Guided Tour of Your Body
Article by David Lynch - Sat, 04/04/2009
As we go through life, our bodies experience a continuous transformation. We know we should eat right, exercise and keep cholesterol and blood pressure in check, but what else do we need to know about staying well as we prgress from infancy to old age? read more »
What do Happy People Do?
Article by David Lynch - Sun, 11/23/2008
As family physcians, we spend our time with our patients trying to improve health care outcomes, so that they can enjoy happy and productive lives. We know that happiness is not an automatic result of good health care outcomes, however, and indeed, those who are in poor health sometimes still report that they are happy. What makes the difference? read more »
Belly Fat and love handles are a BIG Deal!
Article by David Lynch - Thu, 11/13/2008
 | A new study shows that those "pot bellies" and "Love handles" that we all hate do not just look bad! Increased weight around our middles has now been shown to increase the risk of an early death, even if a person's overall weight is normal. |
Should we put statin drugs in the water supply?
Article by David Lynch - Mon, 11/10/2008
A very interesting new study seems to show that millions more people could benefit from taking cholesterol lowering drugs known as statins, even if they have read more »
Are you protecting your skin from harm?
Article by David Lynch - Sun, 08/03/2008
When we have warm, sunny summer days in our area, many of us go outdoors, and some of us can't resist spending many hours outside exposed to the sun. read more »
The News about Vitorin and Zetia - What does it mean for me?
Article by David Lynch - Fri, 04/04/2008
The news has recently been full of discussion about the drugs Vitorin and Zetia, which have been used to treat high blood lipids that cause heart disease and circulaton problems. What does this mean to you, if you or a loved one are on one of these medicines? read more »