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25 Sep , 2020

What Provider Should I Choose for My QME?

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You probably already know that Healthpointe is a total-care group of advanced sports medicine, occupational, and industrial medical clinics – but did you know that we can help you complete your qualified medical examination as well? What are QMEs?...

23 Sep , 2020

How Can You Best Prepare for the Day of Your QME?

Lydia Gil

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Is your Qualified Medical Examination (QME) quickly approaching? You’re probably a little worried about how you can prepare for the day of your QME. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with helpful tips on what guidelines you should follow on the day of...

21 Sep , 2020

What is a QME?

Miranda Eastman

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If you’ve been injured on the job, or if you’re injured as a result of your working conditions, chances are you are filing a Workers’ Compensation claim. A workers’ compensation claim is an insurance claim that holds the employer liable for the cos...

7 Aug , 2020

Let’s Talk About Antibiotic Resistance

Camilla S.

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Bacteria are everywhere, and as one of the first life forms to be present on Earth, they have existed for thousands of years. Oxford Languages defines bacteria as “a member of a large group of unicellular microorganisms… including some which can ca...

31 Jul , 2020

7 Healthy, COVID Friendly Activities to Try, Before Summer Ends!

Lydia Gil

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Have you been struggling to plan fun summer activities while staying safe from COVID-19? Healthpointe has you covered. We recommend that you try any of the healthy and fun activities listed below, before summer ends! Remember, when you are around o...

17 Jul , 2020

At-Home Meditation for Pain Management

Camilla S.

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Effective pain management is the combination of medications and mental coping strategies, a combination that is necessary to address the physical and psychological causes of pain. Mental coping and meditation strategies are designed to relax the bo...

2 Jul , 2020

Do I Have a Cold or Do I have Allergies?

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Is it a Summer Cold or Seasonal Allergies? 2020 According to ENT specialists, when you come across anything that you are allergic to such as pollen, dust mites, animal dander, foods, or drugs, your body considers the allergen as an “invader” and...

26 Jun , 2020

Roller Skating 101: Avoid Common Injuries and Fall Safely

Camilla S.

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Though roller skates have existed since the 1700s, roller skating first became a more popularized hobby in America in early 1960’s and 70’s. It is a pillar of dance, sport, artistic expression, culture, and more, and once again has become more popu...

19 Jun , 2020

Nutrition Friday – Incorporating Summer Produce to Help Boost Your Diet

Lydia Gil

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With summer just around the corner, it is the perfect time to appreciate the beautiful fruits and vegetables of the summer season. Not only is the variety a great addition to any summer celebration, but having a well-rounded mixture of vegetables a...

5 Jun , 2020

How to Stay Safe this National Running Day

Camilla S.

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The first Wednesday in June of each year marks National Running Day, a day that the National Day Calendar designates as “a day for runners to reaffirm their passion for running… [or begin] a life-changing commitment to running.” With gyms and pu...