Health & Wellness

Northwest Family is your number one resource for health and wellness information. We are here to provide you with the best resources for any and all of your health-related questions.  

Each month our doctors provide you with in-depth information on four different health topics.

Do I Need a Daily Aspirin

Feb 8, 2023, 12:03 PM
Aspirin, formally known as Acetylsalicylic Acid, is a widely and commonly used medicine for pain, inflammation and fevers. You likely have a bottle of it in your medicine cabinet.

Preventing Allergies in Children - How to Introduce High-Allergen Foods

Feb 7, 2023, 1:52 PM
Preventing allergies in children by introducing high-allergen foods into their diet slowly. Learn more about how to do this safely.

Understanding a Miscarriage

Feb 7, 2023, 11:22 AM
There is no easy way to be told you have miscarried, which will undoubtedly be difficult. A miscarriage can be a traumatic experience, and you should never be afraid to get help.

10 Questions Every New Parent Has About Caring for Their Newborn

Feb 7, 2023, 11:11 AM
As new parents you ultimately will have many questions and concerns about caring for your newborn. Let’s keep it simple by answering the most common questions parents have about caring for their new baby.

Terry's Cervical Cancer Journey

Jan 13, 2023, 9:10 AM
I can still remember when I got the phone call that no one wants to get. It was my doctor’s office calling to let me know my pap test was abnormal.

What is RSV and is my Baby at Risk?

Jan 9, 2023, 6:27 PM
What is RSV? It is a common virus that generally causes mild flu-like symptoms. Learn more about treatment and if your baby is at risk.