Tag Archives: Dr. Leslie Greenberg

I am a myth-buster! Myth-busting at musculoskeletal issues…

Posted on September 21, 2017 by

Yes, call me a myth-buster!  In my recent family medicine journal there is a fantastic article (with research to back up their recommendations) that helps with musculoskeletal issues.  Which of these categories do you fit in?! Are you a middle-aged … Continue reading →

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To follow is NOT a sexy topic, but very important– how to prevent falls for yourself (…or your parent)

Posted on September 12, 2017 by

To follow is NOT a sexy topic, but very important– how to prevent falls for yourself (…or your parent.) Why is this important?  Every 20 minutes an older adult dies from a fall.  Each fall-related hospitalization costs an average of … Continue reading →

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Top 10 list of allergens…

Posted on September 7, 2017 by

The top 10 allergens (and how to avoid exposure) … Tixocortol pivalate (a steroid) Propylene glycol Methylchloroisothiazolinone Formaldehyde Cocamidopropylbetaine Lanolin Benzalkonium chloride Fragrance and balsam of peru Neomycin Nickel Tixocortol pixilate is a steroid present in creams like hydrocortisone acetate. … Continue reading →

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Do you need one more reason to breastfeed?

Posted on August 31, 2017 by

Do you need one more reason to breastfeed? Breastfeeding has been found to help the infant populate their gut biome.   A study was recently done which showed that there is vertical transfer of microbes from the mother to her … Continue reading →

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What you should know about spider bites

Posted on August 24, 2017 by

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Great editorial on the changing medical times…

Posted on July 27, 2017 by

Great editorial on the changing medical times… In a recent Family Medicine journal one physician poetically writes about that contemporary medical practice is a continuous process of updating medical practices and frank change.  “Choosing Wisely” is a new practice which … Continue reading →

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Proton pump weaning…

Posted on July 20, 2017 by

Proton pump weaning…  Many patients are on PPIs (like omeprazole) for gastroesophageal reflux disease.  It is thought that PPIs should only be used on a short-term basis for conditions like reflux or erosive esophagitis. Consider stopping the PPI medication and … Continue reading →

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