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Nov 14, 2016

How do bacteria become resistant to antibiotics? 7 questions with infectious disease specialist Mark Dowell, M.D.

In America, at least 23,000 people die every year from infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Another 2 million become sick from resistant bacteria .Antibiotic use (or misuse) is the No. 1 factor leading to antibiotic resistance. That’s why the CDC designated Nov. 14-18 Get Smart About Antibiotics Week. Here, Mark Dowell, M.D., answers common questions about antibiotic resistance. More »

Aug 30, 2016

How effective are IUDs at preventing pregnancy? 7 questions with April Rosalez, D.O.

IUDs are becoming more popular with women for their convenience, longevity and reversibility. There are no birth-control pills to forget to take; depending on the type and other factors, IUDs can prevent pregnancies for between 3 to 10 years; and they are typically easily removed with a short office visit. April Rosalez, D.O., now offers IUD insertion and removal at Mesa Primary Care. Below, she answers seven common questions about the contraceptive. More »

Aug 17, 2016

What is meningitis? 7 questions with Andy Dunn, M.D.

College kids and other people who live in close quarters are especially susceptible to meningitis. While it is rare, it can be deadly or highly debilitating if contracted. Here, Andy Dunn, M.D., answers seven questions about meningitis and its prevention. More »

Jun 21, 2016

What is hand, foot and mouth disease? 7 questions with Cassie Amadio, F.N.P.

A recent outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease around Casper has people wondering what exactly it is. Not to be confused with foot and mouth disease (or hoof and mouth disease) which infects livestock, HFMD is an infectious illness that can spread among young children. Here, Cassie Amadio, a family nurse practitioner at Immediate Care, answers seven common questions. More »

Apr 29, 2016

Can Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment help relieve pain? 7 questions with April Rosalez, D.O.

Sometimes, lost in all the medical advances and new technology, is the healing power of human touch. April Rosalez, D.O., a board-certified family practice physician at Mesa Primary Care, uses Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) in her focus on treating the “whole” patient. More »

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