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DOT Physicals

DOT Physicals

DOT Physicals for Truck Drivers The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently updated Department of Transportation (DOT) physical regulations, now requiring all DOT physical providers to be trained and certified in FMCSA standards. Providence...
Cigarette Smoking & Back Pain

Cigarette Smoking & Back Pain

Cigarette Smoking & Back Pain Smoking cessation is associated with the following health benefits:3,8,9 Smoking cessation lowers the risk for lung and other types of cancer. Smoking cessation reduces the risk for coronary heart disease, stroke, and peripheral...
Common Stomach Upsets

Common Stomach Upsets

Common Stomach Upsets Heart Burn: This is a burning sensation in the chest around the breastbone or the upper central abdomen. Heartburn pain may radiate to the neck, throat, or jaw angle.  Causes: • Smoking cigarettes; Indulging in fatty or spicy foods • Eating...
Urinary Tract Infection/STD

Urinary Tract Infection/STD

Urinary Tract Infection/STD Urinary Tract Infection or UTI among Adults population A Urinary Tract Infection, or UTI, is an infection that can occur anywhere along your urinary tract (pee-pee). There are different names for UTIs depending on what part of the urinary...
Thyroid Disease

Thyroid Disease

Thyroid Disease Your thyroid (THY-roid) is a small gland found just below your Adam’s apple. It produces hormones that regulate the body functions. The thyroid hormones control the rate of many activities in your body such as how fast you burn calories and how fast...