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Dr. John Cheng Speaks on Men’s Health at Advanced Medical
Are you growing out a mustache or beard for Movember? On the heels of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, a month that is generally aimed at women’s health, we want to make sure the men are taking the necessary health precautions too! November is a time where we look at some key issues that… Read more »
Diabetes Facts & National Diabetes Awareness Month
At South Coast Medical Group OC, we’ve noticed the worrying trend of diabetes appearing in more and more patients in our community. That’s why we are proud to support November as National Diabetes Awareness Month. South Coast Medical Group OC, explains more about diabetes and how it impacts the lives of patients: What causes diabetes?… Read more »
What Each Breast Cancer Stage Means
At South Coast Medical Group OC, we know that breast cancer is a very serious illness to face alone. That’s why we stand with our patients through every step of treatment to get them on the road to recovery and remission. This is something that Dr. O’Connor, and Dr. Tseng of South Coast Medical Group… Read more »
Breast Cancer Treatment Information for Patients
Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is a very difficult and frightening experience. Fortunately, there are many treatment options available to South Coast Medical Group OC patients depending on their particular diagnosis and the nature of their breast cancer. Some patients may be able to receive local treatments. This means that the tumor can be treated… Read more »
Concussion Warning Signs for Parents and Children
South Coast Medical Group OC has always provided the best sports medicine treatment in the South Orange County area. Our resident sports medicine expert, South Coast Medical Group OC, has helped thousands of patients with sports-related injuries. Concussions, a potentially serious injury, are one of the injuries he frequently sees, particularly from young athletes. Unfortunately,… Read more »
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is an important time of the year for many people who have breast cancer or have been affected by this serious illness. During this month, foundations and nonprofit groups raise money for breast cancer research and raise awareness about this potentially devastating disease. Breast Cancer survivors and their… Read more »
You Got the Flu: Now What?
It’s an unpleasant possibility that you might get sick with the flu. That means you are going to be a walking and talking virus carrier. Family, friends, coworkers, and anyone else who comes into contact with you will risk getting sick with the flu. Once you have it, it typically must run its course through… Read more »
Why Should I Get The Flu Shot?
We love to see you in our South Coast Medical Group OC office, but we prefer to see you when you’re not feeling downright crummy. The flu season is quickly approaching. That means it’s time to start taking some precautions. Before we talk about this season, let’s take a look at what happened last year.… Read more »
Common Cold and Flu Care
What is the common cold / flu? The common cold and flu are upper respiratory tract infections caused by viruses. Nasal congestion and clear nasal discharge, ear congestion, a slight sore throat and a cough which is dry or productive of small amounts of clear or white mucous are typical symptoms of viral colds or… Read more »
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) What is conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane, which lines the lids and covers the eyeball. Frequently known as “pink eye,” it is usually due to a bacterial or viral infection like a common cold. Conjunctivitis may also be caused by irritation from wind, dust, smoke, allergies, or exposure to intense light, such as… Read more »