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Maryland Doctors’ Holiday Health Guide

Maryland Doctors' Holiday Health Guide The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also bring about a fair share of stress, overindulgence, and health challenges. At First Medical Associates, our local doctors understand the importance of maintaining your health during this festive time. To help you navigate the holiday season with your well-being in mind, we've put together a holiday health guide. In this comprehensive guide, you'll find expert advice,...

How to Choose a Weight Loss Program

There’s no shortage of weight loss programs on the market. With the dizzying array of diet advice that’s available, it’s normal to feel confused and overwhelmed. If you’re struggling to lose weight, you’re not alone. More than 70% of adults have too much body fat, and many of them have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight on their own. Once you make the decision to trim down, you may feel discouraged by the sheer volume of programs to choose from. Many of these programs are advertised on TV and...

Avoid Migraine Triggers: Advice From Our Family Care Physicians

What if you could stop your migraines before they started? By avoiding triggers, you can gain control over your migraines, and our family physicians want to give you advice on how to do just that. Suffering from a migraine can be painful and incapacitating. While finding appropriate treatment for your migraines is important, it is also important to discover and control the triggers that can set off migraines in you. Below is some advice from our family care physicians at Doctors First on how...

Suffering From Long-Haul COVID? There’s Help

Long-haul COVID causes a variety of symptoms that can interfere with your physical and emotional health, as well as your quality of life. The good news: We can help. Here’s how. The United States has had almost 100 million diagnosed COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began. While many of those infected recover within a few weeks, others continue to suffer for months after the initial infection subsides. This phenomenon is called long-haul COVID (or long COVID), and if you suffer from it, you...

Do You Have These Telltale Signs of Depression?

Depression affects millions of Americans, yet many people never seek treatment. In part, that may be because recognizing the symptoms of depression isn’t always easy. Here’s what to look for and how we can help. Millions of Americans suffer from depression, a serious mental health disorder and a leading cause of disability around the world. Fortunately, safe, effective treatments that can help are available. The key is seeing your primary care doctor as early as possible, so you can start...

The Importance of Vitamin D: Are You Getting Enough as the Seasons Change?

Apr 10, 2025 | Uncategorized

Walk-in clinics in Maryland As the days grow longer and the chill of winter gives way to the freshness of spring, many Maryland residents find themselves spending more time outdoors. But even with the increasing daylight, it’s still possible to experience vitamin D...

Flu Season Isn’t Over: When to See a Doctor for Cold and Flu Symptoms

Mar 20, 2025 | Uncategorized

Walk-in clinics in Maryland As spring approaches, many people assume flu season is behind them—but that’s not the case. The flu virus remains active well into the warmer months, and with symptoms that overlap with the common cold and COVID-19, it can be difficult to...

February is American Heart Month: Prioritizing Your Heart Health

Feb 13, 2025 | Primary Care

Walk-in Clinic in Maryland As we enter February, American Heart Month provides an important reminder to prioritize your heart health. At First Medical Associates, with 11 convenient locations across Maryland, we are committed to supporting your journey toward better...

Why First Medical Associates is Your Go-To Walk-In Clinic for Convenient, Quality Care

Nov 26, 2024 | Family Care, Mental Health, Primary Care

In today’s fast-paced world, finding a health care provider that offers both quality care and convenience is more important than ever. Whether you're feeling under the weather or need to address a non-emergency health issue, walk-in clinics provide a practical...

Expert Men’s Health Care at First Medical Associates

Sep 12, 2024 | Mental Health

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,...