Author Archives: Louise Savoie
Understanding Different Spinal Diseases and Conditions
The human spine or backbone is composed of 26 vertebrae that protect your spinal cord and helps with your posture. It has three parts: cervical, thoracic, and lumbar. Injuries, infections, and illnesses of the spine will cause damages to the...
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Tonsillitis, Sore Throat, or Strep Throat: The Differences
We often interchange the use of terms tonsillitis, sore throat, and strep throat when we feel like having inflammation in the throat area, but are these three terms the same? As a provider of health care in Silverdale, Washington, we would...
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COVID-19
At Housecall MD, we have received many questions about coronavirus (COVID-19). There has been a lot of confliciting information, so we felt it would be helpful to clarify a few things about COVID-19. What is the coronavirus? The corona...
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Food Poisoning: What Causes It?
We’ve all encountered this sickness at one point or another. We’ve all suffered through its symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. But what exactly causes it and what can we do if ever we get struck with this illness? Food...
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What Happens When You Have an Asthma Attack?
Coughing, wheezing, and having trouble breathing. These are some of the symptoms of an asthma attack that we all may be familiar with. But what exactly happens in our bodies when we experience it? During an asthma attack (a.k.a. asthma...
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Foods That Trigger Migraines
Having migraines can take a toll on your personal life. Often they are debilitating and can force you to take days off school or work and miss social gatherings. If these migraines become chronic, depression can occur. While there is no official...
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