Lung cancer continues to be a serious health threat but early detection can significantly improve outcomes. In this episode, learn from Dr. Richard Leone about the risk factors, screening options and advancements in treatments available at Skagit Regional Health. Your health matters, stay informed!

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Confused between a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit and an annual physical? Dr. Alexa Celerian clarifies the differences in this insightful episode. Understand which tests are covered under each type of appointment and how to choose what is right for you. Get informed so you can make the best healthcare decisions tailored to your needs!

Over time there's wear and stress on your joints and whether it's a result of injury or age, knee pain can be debilitating. Dr. Smith Meads discusses robotic orthopedic surgery, when it may fit the treatment plan and more.

In today's episode, Dr. Rosalynn Nguyen discusses all things hemorrhoids: common causes and risk factors, treatment options and more.

A common misconception is that urologists only treat men but actually, urologists specialize in treating all genders. Dr. Curran Emeruwa discusses common symptoms that women should look out for if they're experiencing incontinence, when women should seek treatment and more.

It can be difficult to tell if your infant or toddler is sick or not and if it requires medical attention. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Emily Bianconi discusses the common signs to look out for if your child is sick and needs to see a pediatrician and more.

Fentanyl is in so many street drugs these days and is taking lives unexpectedly all over the country. Dr. Connie Davis, Dr. Krishnaraj Jayarama, and Dr. Michael Thompson discuss fentanyl, the difference between exposure and overdose, some protective factors that parents can take and more.

Erectile dysfunction and testosterone deficiency can negatively impact a man's health sexually and beyond. Dr. Curran Emeruwa discusses these conditions, how lifestyle changes can make an impact, what role mental health and stress can play and more.

It's always a good idea to have your wishes and documents in order and one document to consider before it's needed is an advance directive. Dr. Catherine Bree Johnston discusses advance directives, why they're important, the different types of directives and more.

A key challenge for some patients these days is how to successfully balance the demands of health, work and family. Nurse Practitioner Courtney Robbins discusses the work/health/life balance, patient trends, what a healthy balance can look like and more.