With school back in session, we want to encourage parents to help their children get the fuel they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Food is fuel for your child’s body but not all food (and fuel by extension) is equal. How can parents help ensure that children’s growing bodies get the right nutrition all...Read More
The CDC recommends getting a flu vaccination in September or October but getting vaccinated anytime during the flu season can help protect you. Premier Medical Group’s Internal Medicine & Pediatric Divisions have the influenza vaccine available at all locations. Call today to schedule your flu shot: Poughkeepsie (Atrium at MHRH) – (845) 790-6100 Poughkeepsie (243 North...Read More
Do you or a family member currently have health insurance through New York State Medicaid, Child Health Plus or the Essential Plan? New York State has recently resumed eligibility reviews and renewals for people enrolled in these programs. This means you may need to take action to renew your health insurance or the insurance of...Read More
As the back-to-school season approaches, the excitement of new classes, friends, and activities often takes center stage. However, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of immune health during this time. With students returning to the classroom and being in close quarters, the risk of illnesses spreading increases. At Premier Medical Group, we want to...Read More
The heart is, above all else, a pump, says Dr. Davide Michael DeBellis of our Internal Medicine Division. “It beats, on average, 72 times a minute everyday of our lives, and it does so regularly, silently and without complaint.” Like any pump, he says, it needs to be primed to work well, and for the...Read More
We are now in prime time for outdoor activities, and while being outdoors is healthful in so many ways, it is not without its hazards: Insect bites and sunburns become common problems in the summer. Most bee, wasp and hornet stings can be treated at home, and don’t require a doctor visit. If the person...Read More
