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At Family Physicians of Cedar Rapids, we’re honored to care for you and your loved ones every day. Your trust means the world to us, and we’re always striving to provide the best possible care and experience.
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Honoring the Dads Who Keep Us Going, Happy Father’s Day!
This Father’s Day, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible men who wear many hats, protector, provider, role model, teacher, friend. Whether it’s staying up late with a sick child, offering steady advice during uncertain times, or simply being present in the everyday moments, dads have a quiet strength that shapes families in powerful ways.
At our office, we see firsthand the dedication fathers show, not just to their loved ones, but also to their own health. We applaud the dads who make their wellness a priority, who show up for check-ups, ask […]
Measles has been confirmed in Iowa, here’s how to protect your family.
We know how much parents have on their plates these days with school events, summer plans, sports, and simply trying to keep kids healthy and safe. That’s why we wanted to take a moment to talk to you about something important: measles.
You may have seen it on the news, there’s been a growing measles outbreak across the country, and now, it’s been confirmed here in Iowa.
As your local healthcare team, we feel it’s our job to keep you informed and prepared, not alarmed. So here’s what you need to […]
We’re here to break the stigma.
With Father’s Day right around the corner and June being Men’s Health Month, there’s no better time to focus on the men in our lives.
Just a reminder to every man out there that taking care of your health is not only smart, it’s necessary. Too often, men put their well-being on the back burner, powering through fatigue, low energy, weight gain, or emotional burnout thinking it’s “just part of getting older.”
It’s not.
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and weight loss injections aren’t just for women. Men face hormone imbalances too, often resulting in […]
Tick Bites: What to Watch For This Season
Warmer weather means more time outdoors, and a higher chance of tick bites. While most are harmless, some ticks can carry illnesses like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and more.
Here’s what to do if you or a loved one is bitten by a tick, and when to call your doctor:
Check the Bite
If you find a tick, remove it gently with tweezers, grabbing it as close to the skin as possible. Wash the area with soap and water. Save the tick in a sealed bag if possible, […]
Because your health matters
June is Men’s Health Month, and here at our office, we want to take a moment to focus on the fathers, brothers, sons, husbands, coworkers, and friends, who often put their health last on the list.
We see it all the time:
“I’m fine.”
“I’ll go next month.”
“I don’t have time for that right now.”
But the truth is, taking care of yourself isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of strength. Preventive care, early screenings, and routine check-ups can help catch issues early, improve energy, and protect your future.
This […]