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Healthy Chicken Pot Pie

October 5, 2020
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INGREDIENTS: 1-pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed1 ½ cups diced carrots1 cup green peas½ cup sliced celery3 tablespoons butter ⅓ cup chopped onion⅓ cup all-purpose flour½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon ground black pepper¼ teaspoon celery seed1.5 cups chicken broth⅔ cup low-fat milk¼ cup chopped Italian parsley2 (9 inch) unbaked whole wheat pie crust DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 425 degrees.Combine chicken, carrots, peas, and celery in a pan. Cover with water. Boil until chicken is no longer pink in the middle and vegetables are fork-tender. Remove from heat, and drain.Cook in butter over medium heat, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Slowly stir in chicken broth and milk. Simmer over medium-low heat until thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and...

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The Importance of an In-Person Physical

September 8, 2020
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, patients are understandably hesitant to go into their doctor’s office. Although telemedicine is a reliable option, seeing your doctor in person is invaluable. We are still encouraging patients to schedule their annual physicals!   We would much rather see you when you are well and catch illnesses when they are just beginning and often asymptomatic. The purpose of an annual wellness check is to prevent illness and screen for conditions that could jeopardize your health. As an example, the majority of those who learn at their annual physical that they have early diabetes or elevated cholesterol were unaware of these problems prior to the physical. In addition, we ensure that your mental health is in a good place as we screen for depression...

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Face Mask 101

September 8, 2020
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In North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper has issued a state-wide mask mandate in response to rising coronavirus case numbers over the summer. It is important to abide by these regulations in order to protect those who are most vulnerable in our community. The current guidelines for North Carolina are to wear a face-covering when in public places, indoor or outdoor, when physical-distancing of 6 feet or more is not possible.  Here are some tips for wearing your face mask properly: Keep it snug: Your mask should be snug against the sides of your phase, completely covering your nose and mouth. Multiple Layers: It is beneficial to use a cloth face mask that has multiple layers of fabric. Also, many cloth face masks have a filter pocket where you...

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Colorful Quinoa Salad

September 8, 2020
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Ingredients 4 Cups of Cooked Quinoa3 Cups of Shredded Red Cabbage1 Cup of Shredded Carrots½ Cup of Chopped Red Pepper½ Cup of Edamame or Peas½ Cup of Asian Vinaigrette 1 Avocado3 TBSP of Tuxedo Sesame Seeds Directions Cook Quinoa per the directions on the package. Set aside and allow to cool. Chop up veggies. Mix in the raw veggies with the quinoa. Stir in Asian Vinaigrette (you can prepare your own or buy a bottle in the store). Top your salad with avocado and tuxedo sesame seeds. You can also garnish with peanuts or cashews! ...

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Pandemic PTSD?

August 4, 2020
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PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder) is a set of reactions that can occur after someone endures a traumatic event. In the first days and weeks after a traumatic event, people often experience strong feelings of fear, sadness, guilt, anger, and grief. As they begin to process what happened to them, these feelings typically subside. Most people will recover especially through the support of family and friends. For some people though, a traumatic event can lead to mental health issues such as “posttraumatic stress disorder” (PTSD), depression, or alcohol and drug use. In fact, research suggests that 5 to 10 percent of people will develop PTSD due to a major world event such as a pandemic. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors are bracing themselves for...

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Diabetes and Me

July 6, 2020
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Type 2 Diabetes is a condition that disrupts how your body metabolizes sugar. It causes your body to resist insulin’s signal to draw sugar out of the bloodstream and into the tissues that function off of it. Your pancreas futilely attempts to compensate by producing more and more insulin but eventually, it begins to atrophy and ceases hormone production. This process takes years to happen but silently damages your eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart, and vascular system along the way. Did you know? If you have type 2 diabetes, your risk for having a heart attack is as a high as someone who has already had a heart attack.The number one risk factor for end-stage kidney failure (i.e. being on dialysis) is diabetes. Additionally, if you have...

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Do You Suffer from Depression or Anxiety?

July 6, 2020
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Millions of Americans are affected by mental illness, depression, and anxiety being among the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions. If you are feeling depressed or anxious, you are not alone. Recent studies revealed that nearly 16 million American adults suffer from major depression and 42 million suffer from anxiety disorders. Depression Depression is often referred to as a “depressive disorder.” It’s a mood disorder that can cause debilitating symptoms. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least 2 weeks.  Those suffering from depression often report the following symptoms: Mood variations from mild sadness to feelings of intense hopelessness, worthlessness, feelings of guilt or failureDifficulty concentrating or making decisionsLoss of interest in work or hobbiesGeneralize fatigueDisrupted sleep patterns or excessive sleepingDecreased libidoAnxiety Additionally, depression can occur under specific...

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Safety Requirements for Office Visits

May 26, 2020
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We are open to caring for your medical needs. Since the pandemic started we have increased sanitizing measures in our office and asked our staff to wear face masks for your safety. To ensure a safe office we are asking patients to wear a face mask in our facility. Don’t forget, avoiding medical care can compromise your overall health, putting you at greater risk should you contract COVID-19. Please continue to prioritize your health and inquire if telemedicine might be an option for you. We continue to monitor recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Below is the most up to date recommendations from the CDC. We appreciate your help in keeping our staff healthy, so we can continue to keep you healthy! Any guest coming to Sensenbrenner Primary Care is asked to...

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Protecting Yourself Against Coronavirus

May 22, 2020
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We are all hoping that our efforts to “flatten the curve” will prove effective in the coming weeks and months. But as states and counties begin to reopen businesses, it’s important to take personal preventative measures to protect yourself against getting sick. Here are some basic tips to keep you safe: Frequently wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least twenty seconds.Have a bottle of hand sanitizer nearby. Did you know you can make your own if you can’t find any at the store? Mix rubbing or isopropyl alcohol with Aloe Vera and a few drops of essential oils. Stick to a 2:1 ratio of alcohol to Aloe Vera. Try to find 99% alcohol volume.Wear a mask or face covering if you are...

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