If you’re looking to become a driver of a commercial motor vehicle, you’ll need to get a physical exam before the Department of Transportation (DOT) can certify you. An accredited medical examiner (ME) listed in the National Registry of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) must perform this test. The purpose of a DOT physical is
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Benefits of Vaccines
Studies prove that vaccinations save lives. Despite the false rumors about immunizations making children sick, it is absolutely essential to get vaccinated at an early age. This is because vaccines boost children’s immune systems and keep them immunized. Additionally, vaccines are not only for children but also for adults. Here are some of the key reasons why
Read MoreDifferences Between a Pediatric vs. Adult Urgent Care
Urgent care clinics provide medical services for both adults and children. To get the best care possible for your family, be sure to go to an urgent care center that can cater to people of all ages. A pediatric urgent care takes care of children up to age 18, and an adult urgent care serves adults. People
Read MoreWhen Should I Get My Next Physical?
You may wonder how often you should get a physical. People often say “annually,” but is that true for everyone? There are several key factors you should consider when determining how often you should have a general health exam. First of all, it is best to ask your doctor what is best for you. Keep in mind
Read MoreCommon Summer Injuries
Summer is here and who doesn’t love to spend time enjoying the outdoors? But with summer’s long hazy days and cool breezy nights comes a host of potential injuries that seem to become more viable when the temperature rises. Here are some of the more common injuries you may encounter this summer, and how to
Read MoreDo You Need 8 Hours of Sleep?
Sleep is an essential part of your health and well-being. If you don’t get enough sleep you can feel irate, drained, impatient and unproductive. If you over-sleep, you can feel groggy, sluggish and, oddly enough, sleepy. Not only does getting not enough sleep or too much sleep affect your emotional health, it can also upset
Read MoreDizziness and Summer Heat: Here Is What to Watch For
Hot summer days are perfect for trips to the beach or pool, cookouts, or hikes in the shady outdoors. But they’re not so ideal when the soaring heat index causes you to feel lightheaded or dizzy. If you get headaches during the summer, it might not be just a dehydration problem. You might have mechanical
Read MoreStart Your New Year Off Right With a Physical – Here’s Why
Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe we’re two weeks into 2017 already! With another new year, comes a new resolution. One that is always on the top of nearly everyone’s list is a goal to be healthier. Whether being healthier means losing weight, quitting smoking, or being more active, your ‘healthier you’ resolution should
Read MoreHome Safety Tips for a Healthy and Safe 2017
As we quickly approach the beginning of a new year, what are some of your 2017 New Year’s resolutions? Are you one of the many who choose to lose weight or adopt a healthier diet and lifestyle? That’s great if you’re choosing to maintain or improve your health – kudos to you! While diet and
Read MoreHow to Avoid the Flu – Our Top Tips
Whenever the seasons change, there’s so much to look forward to – unless you’re talking about cold and flu season. Thousands of Americans catch the flu virus each year and have to miss work or school for several days. While most are able to recover within a week, the flu can actually be fatal for the
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