An actinic keratosis is a flaky patch of sun damaged skin that occurs most frequently on the face, neck, scalp, arms and hands. The nose, ears and lips are most commonly involved sites on the face. The flaking is easily rubbed off, but usually comes back, generally within a few days. A small minority of […]
White Coat Hypertension
“My blood pressure is only high when I am at the doctor’s office.” This comment is a frequently heard in health care settings, and is clinically known as white coat hypertension. We used to think that this finding was benign, but a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that the […]
Addiction
It is a common misconception that drugs and alcohol are the only offending substances to cause addictions. Many of us battle something during our lifetime that can become an unhealthy preoccupation, whether it be with drugs, money, pornography, food, gambling, dangerous risk taking, tobacco, alcohol, sex, work, or exercise to name a few. Why are […]
A Cost-Effective Alternative to Insurance-Based Medical Care
Medical insurance costs continue to skyrocket out of the reach of more and more people. Additional double-digit out-of-pocket premium increases are becoming the norm, forcing many families out of affordable health care. Those that can manage their monthly premium often have very little in the way of extra budget space to pay for much […]
Recreational Waterborne Illnesses
Summertime draws area residents and visitors alike for a swim in our beautiful lakes, rivers and pools, to cool off from the daytime heat. While most outings are relaxing and uneventful, waterborne intestinal, respiratory and skin infections can ruin the best vacation plans. Knowledge and prevention of these common illnesses can keep an outing this […]
What You Need to Know About the Red Eye
A red eye, known by the medical term conjunctivitis, is due to an inflammation of the covering of the eye and the inside of the eyelid. It is most commonly caused by a viral or bacterial infection, allergies or dry eye, and typically can be treated at home without seeking medical care. Immediate professional evaluation […]
Discounted Ultrasound Rates
NIDPC Discount Health Network update! In maintaining the trend of adding benefits to our membership, we have recently partnered with Coeur d’Alene Ultrasound to provide our patients ultrasound services at significantly discounted cash pay prices. Travis and Trina Armstrong, owner and operator team, are ARDMS-credentialed and highly experienced in the science of medical sonography. […]
We’ve Partnered with Snap Fitness!
One of our goals in adopting the Direct Primary Care practice model was to present the community with a form of medicine that promotes preventive health. To further this goal, we have decided to initiate a local network of discounted health services that are accessible to our patients. We are pleased to announce that Snap […]
Three Ways a Direct Primary Care Medical Practice Promotes Health
Most of us want to be healthy, free from the burden of illness and disease. We want to enjoy life to the fullest, and being sick can only limit our horizons. A previous article, Five Common Characteristics of Healthy People, reviews strategies that many individuals employ to decrease the chance of illness and disability. In […]
Three Warning Signs that Men and their Loved Ones Should Not Ignore
Men typically tend to be quiet about their health concerns, and at times that can have devastating consequences. Many of us have been taught from childhood to “suck it up” and not complain. While this attitude can be beneficial in some aspects of life, it should not be the standard approach when it comes to […]