Lisa Duehring LCSW

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• How to Make Cookies Healthier

  Cookies are loaded with calories, without much fiber, particularly if you are on a diet. There are a lot of trans fat in cookies, so if possible, modify the recipe a little bit and make it as healthy as you can.The first change you should make is to cut down the sugar content. In most cookie...

• Is Physical Therapy Meant for Short-term Use?

  Short-term physical therapy provides treatment for patients recovering from an accident, surgery, or illness. Generally, people requiring short-term therapies might remain involved in certain programs for a couple of days or weeks.Physical therapy helps patients achieve their maximum functional...

• Sore Throat: Is it Viral or Bacterial? Know the Difference

  The throat is prone to infections by either viral or bacterial vectors. Thus, it is very important to know the underlying cause as well as the differences in common throat conditions. Differential diagnosis is needed for an accurate treatment plan.Sore Throat Versus Strep ThroatSore throat or...

• What Are the Different Stages of Syphilis?

  Syphilis is a bacterial disease that is dangerous if not diagnosed early and treated. It is an infectious disease that spreads through sexual contact. It has 4 major stages but not all people go through these 4 stages. Still, it is important to get proper treatment.  Syphilis has 4 stages in its...

• Shortness of Breath from COPD

  COPD refers to chronic pulmonary disease, which is a chronic lung condition that causes shortness of breath in people. This breathlessness can be experienced either when the person is sitting and relaxing, or when a person performs an activity like exercising or walking. Overall, this kind of...

• Ways to Overcome Indigestion During Pregnancy

  Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a very common problem that many people encounter. Indigestion is the burning or pang sensation that is felt in the upper abdomen just below the breast bone. This condition occurs in about 20% of individuals in the United States alone. Indigestion is also a...