The Coronavirus If you want to read about the Coronavirus, please read the information that has been provided by Web MD. In general it is important to understand the Coronavirus is much like getting the Flu. You are typically not going to die from either one unless you are immune
The Flu. What’s new with Influenza 2020 in the Hudson Valley? The newest kid on the flu block is Xofluza. Xofluza is like an antibiotic for the flu. It is a single dose medication with less of the nausea and stomach upset than Tamiflu, which is the anti flu medication
FemTouch Laser at Essene MediSpa/FirstCare Medical Center Non-invasive options for better vaginal health. T Treating Vaginal Dryness, Looseness, Painful Intercourse and Urine Leakage vaginal rejuvenation laser Though we make it look easy, being a woman is not always rainbows and sunshine. The female body will endure many changes in a
The Powassan Virus The Powassan virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected black legged/deer tick. Although still rare, the number of reported cases of people sick from Powassan virus has increased in recent years. There are no vaccines to prevent or medicines to treat Powassan virus
Painful Intercourse after Menopause. Menopause is a stage in the life of a woman when she stops releasing eggs from her ovaries. This is also associated with reduced production hormones. Most women typically experience menopause in their late forties or early fifties, though some may experience it earlier or later
At FirstCare we offer Holistic Medicine treatments in New Paltz and Highland in addition to traditional medical treatments. Our new practitioner Jennifer Barresi, FNP is a certified clinical herbalist and Lauren Vigna, MD has done a fellowship in holistic medical treatment. Please call if you would like to have a
Usually high blood pressure (hypertension) is defined as blood pressure above 130/80, and is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120. Many people who have high blood pressure have it for no apparent reason. Many of these people have had parents or relatives and high blood pressure and it
Flu is here. How can you tell if you have the flu (influenza) or a common cold? Last year the outbreak of influenza was widespread in 49 states. While the CDC recommends the flu vaccine as the best protection against the virus, educating yourself on the differences between the flu
Medical Marijuana at FirstCare Medical Center Dr. Stephen Weinman and Dr. Lauren Vigna are both licensed in New York State to prescribe Medical Marijuana. The list of conditions they are allowed to prescribe is limited, but chronic pain is on that list. Only patients with one of the following severe,
UltraSlim® fat reduction system. We are anticipating the purchase of an UltraSlim® fat reduction device within the next two months. The UltraSlim® offers a painless and safe reduction of fat and body size with results seen in the first visit. Our first 30 patients will receive a free treatment. Call
