Flu Shots Available at Both Clinic Locations
It’s that time of year! Regional Family Medicine will be offering flu shots at both their Main Clinic and East Branch Clinic starting Monday, September 14th. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment necessary. If you already have an appointment that’s also a great time to ask for your flu vaccine. Flu shots are available: Monday – […]
Cyclosporiasis
There’s an ongoing national outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite that can cause watery, sometimes explosive, diarrhea. Investigation are still ongoing, but the outbreak has been linked to fresh produce, with lettuce and salad greens as the potential source. Cyclospora is an infection of the small intestine that causes frequent, watery diarrhea and explosive bowel movements. Symptoms […]
Warts and How To Treat Them
A wart is a common, non-cancerous skin growth caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Common warts are generally transmitted by touch. It can take 2 to 6 months for a wart to develop. The warts are usually harmless and over time may go away on their own. In some cases, warts can last months or years […]
Probiotics vs. Antibiotics
“Why does my doctor prescribe antibiotics when I’m sick to kill off germs, but then tell me to take probiotics to put bacteria back in my body?” Probiotics and antibiotics both play an important role in our health, but have very different roles. What Are Probiotics? Probiotics refer to the live bacteria that are beneficial […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we recommend all women over 40 years of age make plans for a mammogram. Early detection saves lives and mammograms are the gold standard test for catching breast cancer. A mammogram can help detect breast cancer at earlier stages than by self-exam or physician exam alone. Our radiology […]
Flu Shots Now Available at Both Clinic Locations
It’s that time of year! Regional Family Medicine is now offering flu shots at both their Main Clinic and East Branch Clinic. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment necessary. If you already have an appointment that’s also a great time to ask for your flu vaccine. Flu shots are available: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – […]
Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry: DXA for Accurate Body Composition Analysis
The Dual X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) is a quick and pain free scan that can tell you a lot about your body. This fast, non-invasive, and highly accurate method measures body composition including fat tissue, lean mass and bone density, providing valuable insights for optimizing health and wellness strategies. Key Benefits of a DXA scan: Precise […]
Salmonella – Reduce Your Risk of Infection
The CDC has recently investigated a salmonella outbreak across six states, one of them being Missouri. These cases appear to be linked to backyard poultry. Salmonella causes diarrhea, fever and stomach pain. Most cases won’t last more than a week and are self-limited. However, sometimes people cannot kick this without antibiotics. If you experience any […]
Dr. Bounds wins Chamber of Commerce Medical Professional of the Year
On January 17th, Dr. Bounds was awarded Medical Professional of the Year by the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce. She is pictured here with her nurses, Marla Avants, RN and Ashton Schmeski, RN who were able to attend the Chamber’s annual event, held this year on the ASU-MH campus.
Twin Lakes Best of the Best
Congratulations to our very own Dr. George Lawrence for being awarded the Twin Lakes Best of the Best, Best Primary Care Physician for 2024. We know Dr. Lawrence provides excellent care to his patients every day at Regional Family Medicine and we are so proud of him being acknowledged for his excellence.