Aquia Family Medical Center

Aquia Family Medical Center Our office consists of three physician's. We are an Internal Medicine (primary care) office. We acce

05/02/2024

So many of us would love to have a doctor that knows us from cradle to grave, but they are exceptionally rare today. A great general practice physician can become just that person, though.

04/30/2024

An annual physical is one of the most important steps you can take to maintaining your health year after year. As you age, your body changes, and many things can happen from one year to the next. A physical helps identify potential problems before they become serious.

04/25/2024

When there is too much cholesterol in the body, plaque can form between artery walls. This can affect the circulation of blood through your body. Your heart must work harder to pump blood through these obstructions, and in some cases, the result is heart disease, a heart attack or stroke.

04/23/2024

Did you know the shoes you wear could be causing your problem with ingrown toenails? While they can occur on any nail of the foot, wearing high heel shoes may put pressure on the big toe, which is where most ingrown nails are found.

04/18/2024

If you have a sore throat that lasts for more than 5 days and/or have fever higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit, you should contact your doctor. Also if you have rheumatic heart disease, rheumatic fever, or a heart murmur along with a sore throat, call your doctor. If strep throat goes untreated, complications can develop.

04/16/2024

Understanding when you are ill and taking steps to recover is important to your health and to that of your coworkers. While it may seem admirable to haul yourself out of bed and make your way to work despite being sick, you risk spreading your illness to others. Take care of yourself and your friends.

04/11/2024

Were you aware that using hormone replacement drugs for more than ten years may increase the risk of breast cancer in women? It’s important to start getting regular mammograms by the age of 40.

04/09/2024

Self-diagnosis and self-medication can be problematic. In some situations, the body builds up tolerances or reacts to certain medications if they are used for too long a period. Consulting with your physician regarding medicines is the safest measure to take.

04/04/2024

General medicine is not necessarily in conflict with homeopathic procedures and treatment. Informing your doctor if you occasionally use homeopathic remedies ensures that they are taken into consideration, preventing conflicting medications from being prescribed.

04/02/2024

Have smelly feet? Check with your doctor to make sure you have no fungal infections such as athlete’s foot. If they’re just naturally stinky, brush your soles with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol as needed to keep the odor-causing bacteria at bay.

03/28/2024

In the hot summer months, watch for signs of heat exhaustion. Symptoms include dizziness, muscle cramps, excessive sweating, clammy skin, and shallow breathing. Cool off by drinking water and sitting in the shade. If you suspect heat stroke, call 911 immediately.

03/26/2024

Did you know that your fastest-growing nail is on the middle finger of your dominant hand? While the reason of this is not entirely known, nail growth is related to finger length.

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2765 Jefferson Davis Highway Ste 109
Stafford, VA
22554

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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