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Our Family Physicians Explain Why You Need a Flu Shot Every Year

As the temperature drops, cold and flu season approaches. A flu shot is your best method of protection against the flu every year. Learn more about why you need an annual flu shot to stay healthy. Maybe you don’t think you need a flu shot, or maybe you get your flu shot every year, but you’re not sure why. National Influenza Awareness Week, December 2-8, is the ideal time to learn more. Rakesh Malik, MD, Masoud Djahanmir, MD, and the team at Doctors First are here to explain why you should get...

Staying Hydrated: How Much Water Do You Really Need in the Summer?

As the summer sun blazes and temperatures soar, staying hydrated becomes a top priority for maintaining good health. At First Medical Associates, we understand the importance of hydration for overall well-being. Water is vital for functions like regulating body temperature, keeping joints lubricated, and delivering nutrients to cells. During the summer, increased sweating and activity levels mean our bodies lose water more rapidly, necessitating a higher fluid intake. We emphasize carrying a...

Our Primary Care Doctors Suggest Avoiding These Common Triggers to Reduce Asthma Attacks

Asthma affects millions of Americans of all ages, causing breathing problems that can interfere with daily living. The good news: Knowing your asthma triggers can help prevent flare-ups. Here are nine triggers you might want to avoid. About 25 million adults and kids in the United States suffer from asthma, a chronic breathing disease that causes symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and excess mucus production. Without treatment, asthma can make it hard to do lots of activities, and it can make...

Telemedicine and Primary Care

Telemedicine refers to clinical services provided online by a healthcare professional to a patient who is in a different location. These services can include videoconferencing, email, text, and online patient portals. Since the pandemic, the use of telehealth has increased significantly. A survey conducted in 2022 showed that over 52% of American adults reported using telemedicine at least once for their healthcare, as opposed to less than 2% in 2018. While many patients are willing to embrace...

The Connection Between Sore Throats and Seasonal Changes

Primary Care Doctor in Silver Spring, MD As the seasons shift many people find themselves battling common ailments, one of which is the sore throat. This discomfort can be a nuisance, but understanding its connection to seasonal changes can help you manage and prevent it effectively. At First Medical Associates with locations throughout Maryland, including a primary care doctor in Silver Spring, MD, we aim to educate our community about these seasonal health challenges.Why do sore throats...

Asthma and Spring Triggers: How to Prevent Attacks

Apr 15, 2025 |

Walk-in clinics in Maryland Spring in Maryland is a welcome change for many, but for those living with asthma, it can also be one of the most challenging seasons. Blooming flowers, budding trees, and the rise in pollen levels can trigger asthma attacks, making it...

Expert Men’s Health Care at First Medical Associates

Expert Men’s Health Care at First Medical Associates

Sep 12, 2024 |

Maintaining your health is crucial and at First Medical Associates we understand that men have unique health needs. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing expert men’s health care across all our eight Maryland locations. Whether you’re in Bowie, Columbia, Frederick,...

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