The Five Warning Signs of MS
MS affects the immune and central nervous systems; because of this, its symptoms can cause problems to almost any part of the body. See the five warning signs of multiple sclerosis in this infographic.
General Posts
Interesting and intriguing articles from your general practitioner and internal medicine doctors at Raleigh Medical Group.
National Nutrition Month: Personalize Your Plate
Happy National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is “personalize your plate.” While most of us need the same basic nutrition input, we all need something a little bit different based on our individual bodies’ needs, exercise routines, health conditions, and health goals. If you’ve met with me already, you know I’m a big fan […]
How to Properly Cover Your Sneeze
Achoo! It never fails. It seems like it’s always the person standing right behind you in line who doesn’t take time to cover his or her sneeze. There’s an even a bigger ick factor if you feel the droplets hit your shoulder. It’s hard not to think of all the germs that have been transferred in that one […]
Your Guidebook for Living with Type 2 Diabetes
Your doctor just diagnosed you with Type 2 diabetes. Those three words mean your world is about to drastically change. You’re going to face some health challenges you’ve never anticipated. You may be in shock, or perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed. We don’t want you to worry. We’ll provide all the guidance and tools you need to meet this […]
Healthy Eating Beyond the Holiday Season
The temptation of sweet treats and decadent meals strikes first during the fall and winter holidays, but it’s a challenge that can linger through the start of the new year. It’s important to work through these challenges and regroup to support health and wellness. Following a healthy eating plan can dramatically reduce risk of heart attack and […]
What Do Internal Medicine Doctors Treat?
“Most of the great leaders in medicine in general have come from internal medicine because of the breadth and depth of its academic and clinical work. It draws the best and brightest.” — David Gremillion, MD, FACP, Fellow of the American College of Physicians Internal medicine doctors are specialists that draw upon centuries of scientific […]
We Answer Your FAQs About High Blood Pressure
If you’re waiting until you exhibit symptoms of high blood pressure to see your Raleigh internal medicine doctor, you’re waiting too long.In most cases, high blood pressure doesn’t cause any symptoms at all, which is why it’s called the “silent killer.” Because high blood pressure can lead to serious complications, we wanted to answer some of the common questions […]
Is It Safe to Exercise in Hot Weather? We Have the Answers
The steady humidity may be perfect for a trip to the beach, but for rigorous exercise? Not so much. We support anyone who completes a daily workout as part of a healthy routine. However, with sweltering temperatures in Raleigh and throughout the Triangle area, you might be wondering, is it safe to exercise in hot weather? The good […]
Why It’s Important To Keep Your Chronic Disease Doctor’s Appointment
Six in ten American adults have a chronic disease. Think about that number for a minute. That’s over half. Now consider this: Four in ten U.S. adults have two or more chronic diseases such as diabetes. This all comes with a hefty price tag and contributes to the rising health care costs in America. According to […]
Healthy Eating while Staying at Home
Eating healthy always matters. We must eat to live and what we eat affects every cell of our body. Many of us may not have the energy to dedicate to an elaborate eating plan right now. With more people eating at home, I want to give you the tips and suggestions to maintain healthy living. I […]