General Medical Information

Covid-19 Update: Omicron edition

December 20, 2021
Melissa Jones
COVID-19 News & Updates, General Medical Information, Uncategorized

The holidays are fast approaching and we have a new mutation of the Covid-19 virus called Omicron. The Omicron variant of covid-19 has the highest transmissibility to date and is also evading some of our natural immunity (past infections of covid-19 resulting in antibodies) and vaccine mediated immunity. When I first learned of this new variant, I legitimately had a bit of a meltdown that Saturday because I did what I encourage my patients not to- I read the news…

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How to Find the Best Primary Care Doctor in Charlotte, NC

September 14, 2021
Melissa Jones
Blogs, General Medical Information

Finding a good doctor can be a scary and difficult process. Your relationship with your doctor is an important factor in your healthcare, so you want to make sure it’s a good relationship with someone you trust. Finding a physician who can take the time to listen to all your concerns and be an advocate when you need them is a great way to be prepared for whatever comes your way in terms of you and your family’s health. Below…

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A friendlier option for allergy sufferers, Priority Care introduces new way to treat the cause of allergies to Charlotte, NC

April 9, 2021
Melissa Jones
Blogs, General Medical Information, Press Releases

Starting April, 12, 2021: Though there are 50-60 million allergy sufferers in the U.S., only a fraction receive treatment that can change the underlying disease. Instead, most suffer with their symptoms, try to avoid problem allergens, or treat symptoms temporarily with prescriptions and over-the-counter medications. But now, allergy sufferers in Charlotte, NC have another option for treating the cause—not just the symptoms—of their allergies. Priority Care has introduced area allergy sufferers to sublingual immunotherapy, or allergy drop immunotherapy. Like allergy…

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What’s the Difference Between an MD and a DO?

March 23, 2021
Melissa Jones
Blogs, General Medical Information

I’m glad you asked! There are two types of accredited doctors that can practice medical care in the U.S. And their similarities are far greater than their differences. Let’s start by breaking down the definitions: An MD is a doctor who practices allopathic medicine – or an approach based on using medication and surgery to manage and treat different conditions A DO or Doctor of Osteopathic medicine – like myself – practices an osteopathic approach to care which focuses on…

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