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Most of us have experienced anxiety, that uncomfortable feeling of fear and panic, often accompanied by excessive sweating, a rapid heartbeat, or hyperventilation. But if these symptoms are ongoing or impacting your quality of life, it’s time to seek professional help. The Midwest Regional Health Services team in Omaha, Nebraska,...
More than 20 million new cases of STIs (sexually transmitted infections) occur every year in the United States. This incredibly high number happens even though STIs are preventable and testing is more convenient and efficient than ever. Not everyone uses testing to get treatment early when it’s most effective. Testing...
Even though a vasectomy is a common procedure, you shouldn’t have it done without serious thought. You should consider it a permanent form of birth control. At Midwest Regional Health Services in Omaha, Nebraska, our team provides comprehensive care for every step of the vasectomy process. Part of this process...
There’s no way to sugarcoat the reality of hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a primary cause of heart disease, and heart disease is the top cause of death in women and men. The most remarkable fact about hypertension is that it’s preventable. Why don’t most people take steps to...
Cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable, yet it still strikes about 12,000 women in the United States each year, including 4,000 who die from the disease. Since January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the medical team at Midwest Regional Health Services in Omaha, Nebraska, encourages you to take a few...
It may seem like everyone is full of good cheer, happiness, and holiday spirit during the holiday season. If you’re feeling exhausted or down, it’s easy to feel isolated and alone during what’s supposed to be a joyful time of the year. The reality is that more than 21 million...
The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also carries the risk of overindulgence and inactivity, which can sabotage your success in maintaining a healthy weight, blood sugar levels, and cholesterol levels. But, with some planning and our savvy strategies, you can have a good time without compromising your...
In addition to cooler temperatures, the arrival of fall also means the start of cold and flu season. While you can catch a cold or the flu at any time throughout the year, the risk of getting sick increases during the colder months. If you have school-aged children, the risks...
September is peripheral artery disease (PAD) awareness month. Over six million Americans over the age of 40 suffer from PAD in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). PAD can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, which also puts you at risk for heart attack...
Staying on top of your health is an important factor in preventing many common illnesses, and catching health problems early makes them easier to treat. Sports physicals are a great opportunity to take stock of your own and your family’s health and physical fitness. At Midwest Regional Health Services, our...
If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with asthma, knowing how to manage your symptoms and understanding potential triggers are essential parts of your treatment. In some cases, you may need medical intervention if your asthma symptoms become severe or don’t respond to medication. At Midwest Regional Health...
Also known as blood glucose tests, blood sugar tests are essential for diabetes management. At Midwest Regional Health Services, our team of primary care and urgent care physicians and specialists offers diabetes testing and management at our Omaha, Nebraska, office. Why is blood sugar important? When we eat carbohydrates like bread, rice, fruits,...
Heart disease is running rampant in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the US, accounting for one in every five deaths. As of 2020, nearly 700,000 Americans died from...
High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is incredibly common. Nearly half of all American adults have high blood pressure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There are several factors that can contribute to high blood pressure, including your diet and lifestyle. Our team of primary...
Depression is a common and growing mental health problem in the United States. While depression rates have grown for American adults in general, data show that women tend to suffer depression at higher rates than men. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), depression rates steadily increased between 2015 and...
Ear infections are one of the most common childhood ailments. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), most children (as many as five out of six) will experience at least one ear infection before the age of three. Since babies and young toddlers can’t describe their symptoms, it’s important to...
Heart disease is a common problem. Nearly half of American adults suffer from some form of heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. Although heart disease can lead to serious health complications and be fatal if left untreated, it can be managed successfully with a combination of a healthy diet,...
Nothing inspires people from all walks of life to embark on a healthier lifestyle and new goals quite like the new year. When you have diabetes, new year’s resolutions and goals are about more than looking and feeling your best — they’re an opportunity to take control of your health...
Sports physicals are often required for school-age children and teens in order to participate in team sports and athletic programs. Even when they’re not required, sports physicals are a good idea before taking up a new sport or fitness program to determine underlying health issues and prevent sports injuries and...
Everyone gets cuts and scrapes from time to time, and depending on the cause and depth of the cut, you may already have everything you need in your medicine cabinet at home. Whether you participate in contact sports, enjoy gardening, or trip and fall on your way to your car,...
Hot flashes may be a common and normal symptom during the transition to menopause, but they can be uncomfortable and disruptive to your quality of life. There are a number of things you can do to manage your symptoms and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle as you go through...
Though you may already know that smoking increases your risk for lung cancer, it also increases your risk for other cancers. It also puts you at risk of a myriad other diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Smoking also shortens your life. Each year, smoking contributes to one out of...
Like adults, children and toddlers benefit from preventive medical care. In addition to catching and monitoring possible health issues and concerns, check-ups allow our pediatricians to evaluate your child’s development and ensure they’re hitting the designated milestones for their age group. At Midwest Regional Health Services, our team of primary and urgent care...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is still the leading cause of death for American women. In 2019, over 300,000 women (approximately one in five) died from heart disease in the United States. While awareness about the dangers of cardiovascular disease has been on the rise for...
Foods like nuts and shellfish are just two of the many allergy triggers that affect millions of American children and adults. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, over 50 million Americans suffer from some type of allergies, making allergies the sixth-leading cause of chronic illness in the...
Sports physicals help ensure that your child is physically fit and ready to participate in team sports or athletic activities. Your child’s school may require that they pass a sports physical in order to be eligible for certain athletic and physical fitness programs. Sports physicals are comprehensive health exams that...
High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is one of the most common health problems affecting American adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half of all American adults (approximately 47%) suffer from high blood pressure. If left untreated, high blood pressure can increase your...
Mental health and emotional wellbeing are important factors in your overall health. While everyone has bad days and periods of sadness due to specific life events like a death or personal trauma, depression isn’t always linked to or the result of grief. At Midwest Regional Health Services, our team of...
High cholesterol is a common and potentially serious health problem that affects millions of Americans. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 90 million adults have high cholesterol levels. Approximately 7% of American children and teenagers between the ages of 6 and 19 also suffer from...
Telemedicine services have been around for years, and are becoming more popular and essential as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While some medical needs still require an in-person visit to the doctor’s office, there are several routine health care services that can be delivered effectively through telemedicine. At...
From asthma and seasonal allergies to the flu and coronavirus, it’s never been more important to know how to evaluate respiratory symptoms in your child, and know when to take them to the doctor, especially if your child has underlying health issues. At Midwest Regional Health Services, our primary care...
Chronic diseases are a growing health threat for millions of Americans. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 6 in 10 Americans suffer from at least one chronic disease, and 4 in 10 suffer from two or more chronic diseases at the same time. In addition to...
To get an annual physical or not: that is the question many American adults ask themselves every year. For people suffering from chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, annual physicals are essential. However are annual physicals necessary if you’re healthy? Most of the time, yes they are. Here’s...
The early years of your child’s life are filled with important milestones, from getting their first teeth to learning to speak and walk to reaching puberty. In addition to providing vital preventive care, well-child visits allow our pediatricians to monitor your child’s development, identify problems early on, and recommend treatment...
Diabetes is a growing health threat for millions of American children and adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 30 million Americans (including both children and adults) — over 10% of the overall population — were suffering from diabetes as of 2018. At Midwest Regional...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least one in five Americans is living with a sexually transmitted disease (STD). In addition to the health risks and possible reproductive complications that can develop when some STDs remain untreated, STD-related medical costs are in the billions. At...
The current pandemic has highlighted the value of accessible health care services like telemedicine, and technology is making it possible to deliver basic medical care and treatment to more and more people from the comfort of their own homes on a flexible schedule. At Midwest Regional Health Services, we offer...
Diabetes is an ongoing health problem in the United States. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), over one million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. When left untreated, diabetes can be a life-threatening illness, but with treatment and certain lifestyle modifications, it’s manageable. At Midwest Regional Health Services,...
While a vasectomy is generally considered a permanent form of birth control, some men may change their minds and decide to get a vasectomy reversal for any number of reasons. As with many medical procedures, there’s a lot of misinformation and myths floating about how a vasectomy works and whether...
Depending on your medical history, health status, and lifestyle, an annual physical is necessary to monitor your health and get essential medical screenings, especially if you take medication or have a chronic condition. For healthy adults with no medical problems and within a healthy weight range, an annual physical is...
According to recent studies, the number of Americans who have a primary care provider has plummeted over the last two decades. The decline in primary care physicians was especially pronounced among young American adults aged 30 and under. While healthy people may not think they need a primary care provider...