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Deer Ticks…They’re Baaack!!

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Hope Health

Hope Health Family Practice offers you some handy tips about how to deal with Deer ticks. Remember to cover up and apply tick repellent when going for hikes or being in fields and woods. Remember to check yourself thoroughly when … Continue reading →

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Healthy International Travel!!!

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Hope Health

Traveling outside of the country this year?  Remember to plan early and find out about the necessary vaccines and medicines you will need for your travels. Many destinations recommend Hepatitis A and B vaccines.  These vaccines are a series of … Continue reading →

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EAT REAL FOOD!!!

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Hope Health

As I continue my journey to better health, I am constantly amazed at the importance of eating REAL food.   Here is more proof that we MUST stay away from processed and refined foods.   Buy, grow, make and eat REAL food. … Continue reading →

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Happy 8th Anniversary Hope Health Family Practice!

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Hope Health

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HOPE HEALTH FAMILY PRACTICE 8 YEARS AND GOING STRONG!!! The staff at Hope Health Family Practice would like to give a heart-felt thanks to all of our patients and the community for all the support everyone has given … Continue reading →

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Hope Health Family Practice at the Business Expo!!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Hope Health

Come visit us at the Business Expo at the Samoset on March 20th between 2-7pm.  Learn more about Hope Health Family Practice, our premium primary health care services, our 12 week Weight Loss and Fitness Program and much more.  Hope … Continue reading →

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Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Hope Health

To add one pound of weight, you  must consume 3500 calories.  So, with 365 days in a year, if you ate an extra, unused 100 calories each day for a year, you would have consumed 36,500 additional calories which would … Continue reading →

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Mediterranean Diet Rises to the Top Again!!

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Hope Health

Over the years we have seen diets come and go.  The one diet that seems to reappear as a sensible, sustainable and satisfying diet is The Mediterranean Diet.  Now it has been proven to reduce heart disease as well.   … Continue reading →

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Should I get the flu shot if I already got sick with the bug this year?

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Hope Health

Should I get the flu shot if I already got sick with the bug this year? Yes, for several reasons. First, unless you were tested for the flu virus it’s possible that your symptoms actually stemmed from the common cold, … Continue reading →

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Testimonials about Hope Health Family Practice now possible!

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Hope Health

We have added a tab on our website for Testimonials.  If you would like to write about our practice, whether it be an anecdote or over all experience, please click on the tab and follow the instructions on the page.  … Continue reading →

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The Challenge of Change and Transitions

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Hope Health

HAPPY NEW YEAR! From all of us at Hope Health Family Practice The New Year is often looked at as a time for new beginnings and change.  While we have great intentions for the changes we want to make, we … Continue reading →

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