Constipation is a common dilemma in people of all ages, but is especially common in children. Constipation can include hard, painful stools that are difficult to pass, and can have multiple causes rooted in behaviour, hydration, medication and nutrition. The good news is that there are several lifestyle modifications we can implement to prevent or… Continue reading Constipation in Children
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Brain Bits: Understanding Brain Injuries
Brain Injury Awareness Month Have you ever hit your head or had your “bell rung” as they used to say? Do you know someone who has suffered a stroke or been in a serious car accident? 1 in 3 Canadians are directly impacted by brain injury in some way. June is Brain Injury Awareness Month.… Continue reading Brain Bits: Understanding Brain Injuries
Men\’s Health Week
Men\’s Health isn\’t just for men. In my family practice office, it is common for either partner to bring up concerns about the other\’s health. Sometimes, this includes concerns around difficulty getting or maintaining an erection. During this year\’s Men\’s Health Week, I want to bring light to a common and treatable condition called erectile… Continue reading Men\’s Health Week
Seasonal Allergies
I\’m going to give a pretty classic review on seasonal allergies and what I recommend you do about them. Seasonal allergies present with itchy, watery eyes, itchy throat, sniffles– and tend to follow a seasonal pattern. Despite all the commercials out there, the best treatment for the symptoms mentioned above, is actually a nasal steroid… Continue reading Seasonal Allergies
World No-Tobacco Day!
Hi! My name is MacKenzie Ludgate and I am a 4th year medical student at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine and have the opportunity to contribute to Dr. Sharp’s blog! May 31st is World No Tobacco Day so I thought it was a good topic to dicuss. Smoking cigarettes is the most common form… Continue reading World No-Tobacco Day!
Adult Immunizations… Yep, that\’s a thing!
Vaccination Not just for kids, let\’s get you up to speed on some important vaccinations for adults! Here are 6 adult vaccinations you should be aware of, and I\’ll give you some general info on the condition and the vaccination so you are even more prepared heading into your next primary care appointment. Want the… Continue reading Adult Immunizations… Yep, that\’s a thing!
"Annual Physicals" becoming a thing of the past?
A recent Cochrane Database Review including 251,891 participants, confirmed that health checks have little effect on total mortality, cancer mortality, and unlikely to be beneficial. So why the about-face on the annual physical when your doctor would check you out head to toe, have that listen to your heart and lung, and declare you \”healthy\”!… Continue reading "Annual Physicals" becoming a thing of the past?
Skin Care for Your Family
Do you find yourself with itchy, dry skin patches? Have you noticed red, dry irritated areas on your kiddos elbow creases, backs of knees, cheeks or neck? Eczema is a chronic irritation of the skin when the skin’s natural barrier is disrupted. It is a very common skin condition to occur both in children and… Continue reading Skin Care for Your Family
Heads Up! Q&A About Common Headache Disorders
Has a headache limited you in the past few months? I’ll tell you right now, I think a LOT of us have experienced some form of a headache in the past few months while working through this pandemic’s new reality. Change in routines, sleep habits, foods, and maybe a little more red wine than usual.… Continue reading Heads Up! Q&A About Common Headache Disorders
Getting the Most out of your Medical Appointments
Although we are all currently distracted and #stayinghome during the COVID-19 pandemic, I thought I could provide a few handy suggestions for the next time you have a medical appointment. Here are some tips from the front lines on how to get the most out of your appointment. 1. Come prepared Many offices are… Continue reading Getting the Most out of your Medical Appointments
Dr. Lorraine Sharp 