Dr. Laura Pennavaria
Grieving During the Holidays
The Holidays can be joyful, but can also be stressful. The pain of grief is amplified this time of year by its juxtaposition to the...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Nov 9, 2020
- 2 min
Pandemic Social Isolation, Elderly Seniors, Holiday Loneliness
COVID-related loneliness is real, and is affecting our seniors disproportionately. At baseline, many of our seniors feel isolated and...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Nov 9, 2020
- 2 min
Six Winter Skincare Product and Routine Tips
It sure is dry in Central Oregon. High Desert life has its perks, but dry skin is not one of them! Now that the weather is changing, we...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Oct 26, 2020
- 2 min
Tooth Care for Little Ones
We are coming right up on one of childhood's most cherished holidays: the one day of the year a kid can go begging for candy and come...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Oct 6, 2020
- 1 min
The soil and your health
We were blessed with an abundant crop this year at Penny's Acres, both from our high tunnel ("greenhouse") and our outdoor garden plot....
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Mar 24, 2020
- 2 min
Social Distancing: All Your Questions Answered
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably noticed the pandemic that has taken hold of human civilization and terrified billions of people...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Mar 12, 2020
- 3 min
Wuhan Coronavirus vs. Influenza
It should come as no surprise that some patients’ fears are misguided when it comes to disease. Health anxiety is very real for many...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Mar 5, 2020
- 2 min
What is Direct Primary Care (DPC)?
Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a healthcare model focused on putting the patient first. That means treating them when they need it, never...
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Feb 3, 2020
- 2 min
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Understanding Seasonal Depression
SAD is a real obstacle that millions of people face every year. Luckily, recent years have seen a wider acknowledgement of the disorder.
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Jan 23, 2020
- 3 min
When to Start Potty Training?
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to figuring out when your child is ready to be potty trained, but there are some indicators.
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Dr. Laura Pennavaria
- Dec 10, 2019
- 0 min
'Tis the Season.... Flu season, that is.
Three actions you can take to fight the flu provided directly from the CDC.
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