Osteoarthritis is a very common joint problem, especially in people over age 40. It happens when the cushioning in our joints—called cartilage—slowly wears down. This can occur from years of using the joint, old injuries, [...]
Many people are starting to use AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to learn more about their health. AI can help you think about your health, but it cannot replace real medical care from your doctor. [...]
Cognitive testing helps identify changes in thinking, memory, and problem-solving. One commonly used tool at FAMC by occupational therapists (OTs) and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) is the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA).The MoCA is a brief screening [...]
The Lancet Commission is a large group of scientists from around the world who study dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Their goal is to understand what causes memory problems and how we can prevent them. In [...]
Your skin barrier is the outermost layer of your skin. Its job is to lock moisture in while keeping irritants, germs, and other harmful substances out. When the skin barrier is healthy, your skin feels [...]
Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, but the good news is that it can often be prevented. Most colon cancers start as small growths called polyps, which can [...]
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or POTS, is a condition that affects how the nervous system controls heart rate and blood flow. It is being diagnosed more often in children and teenagers, especially during the middle [...]
Throughout your life, your feet are important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle! Having healthy feet will keep you from having back, hip and knee pain as you age. Having feet that help you stay [...]
When heart health comes up, most advice focuses on reducing salt, lowering cholesterol, and exercising more. A much less discussed—but important—factor is mineral balance, especially the relationship between sodium, potassium, and magnesium. These minerals work [...]
Insomnia affects around 30% of all adults. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, Insomnia - Sleep in Adults | AAFP, insomnia includes difficulty falling asleep; difficulty maintaining sleep, with frequent awakenings; and early-morning [...]
When heart health is discussed, most advice centers on saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium. An often-overlooked factor, however, is meal timing—specifically how eating patterns interact with the body's internal clock. Growing evidence shows that when [...]
The period between ages 3 and 13 is critical for establishing healthy eating behaviors that can persist into adulthood. Research indicates that 13–22% of children in this age range are considered picky eaters, with many [...]
In the United States, doctors and nurses work hard to help people stay healthy. But good health isn't just about medicine—it is also about how people live their lives. We call these “social determinants of [...]
Nobody knows more than you do about your health and how your lifestyle affects you. Be responsible for your healthy behavior! Everyone, even those with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, or blood pressure, [...]
Within the walls of the Faulkton Area Medical Center, we continue to try to strive to maintain coordination of your medical care. FAMC Family Practice Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants work together with you [...]
Every January, we tell ourselves this will be the year we completely change our health. We plan to eat perfectly, exercise every day, and finally stick to a strict routine. A few weeks later, real [...]
The holidays often mean later nights, richer food, and a few more drinks than usual. For most people, that's part of the season. But for some, all that celebrating can lead to something called holiday [...]
Smoking is one of the top causes of heart disease—the leading cause of death in the U.S. In South Dakota, nearly 1 in 5 adults smoke, and smokers have 2 to 4 times higher risk [...]
Vaping, Juuling, and e-cigarettes were first created as a safer option for adult smokers and a possible way to quit smoking. But today, they are the most used tobacco product among teens. In 2024, about [...]
The Best Way to Stop Germs? Wash Your Hands! Want to avoid getting sick with colds, flu, strep throat, or other infections? The easiest way is to wash your hands! Germs spread when we touch [...]
