by admin | Apr 30, 2015 | Blog
Depression is common, even here in Happy Valley. Getting treatment for depression is a noble thing to do, and sometimes it is necessary to take a prescription for it. But antidepressants have developed a bad reputation for supposedly combining a patients already...
by admin | Apr 28, 2015 | Blog
Here are some quick facts: Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye and sometimes oats. It acts as a ‘glue’ in foods such as cereal and bread to help them hold their shape. Gluten can also be found in some cosmetic products, such as lip balm or...
by admin | Apr 24, 2015 | Blog
Did you know that family medicine is the preferred model of care outside of the United States? The ability to build relationships between patients and physicians is important to not only Mountain Peaks Family Practice but to cultures all over the world. Every year on...
by admin | Apr 21, 2015 | Blog
Recently, a study has been released that shows that detecting stomach cancer can be as easy as a breath test at your next appointment. The technology, called nanoarray analysis, can detect compounds in your breath that are indicative of stomach cancer. Not only does...