May is Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of the most common chronic conditions in the United States. Arthritis affects millions of Americans, impacting daily life, work, and well being. At Premier Medical, we believe in educating our patients about their health and offering solutions that improve quality of life. This...Read More
Premier Medical Group would like to extend its warmest congratulations to Dr. Sheeja Francis from our rheumatology division. This year, she has been selected as the New York State Rheumatology Society (NYSRS) Affiliate Society Council Liaison to the American College of Rheumatology. In her new role, Dr. Francis will be responsible for keeping the American...Read More
For individuals living with chronic pain, the winter season can exacerbate symptoms and make daily activities more challenging. Cold weather, changes in barometric pressure, and reduced physical activity can all contribute to increased pain levels. However, with some proactive strategies and lifestyle adjustments, it’s possible to better manage chronic pain during the winter months. Stay...Read More
The warmer months are a peak period for Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections. By the time you read this, the blacklegged tick that carries Lyme disease and other infections will already be active in the northeast. The risk of Lyme disease—diagnosed in over 450,000 new patients every year in the U.S.—demands attention, especially in...Read More
Isn’t it just growing pains? Parents wear many hats, and at home, they tend to be “lead diagnosticians” for their families. Of course, not every symptom is as easy to identify as a cough or fever. July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, a good time to refresh our thinking about arthritis, a condition popularly thought...Read More
What Is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by the bite of an infected deer tick. Untreated, the disease can cause a number of health problems. Patients treated with antibiotics in the early stage of the infection usually recover rapidly and completely. What Are the Symptoms of Lyme Disease? The early symptoms...Read More
