Important Information & Medical Advice
Pertussis
Also known as whooping cough, pertussis is a very contagious bacterial infection which causes typical cold symptoms as well as a severe and prolonged (often as long as six weeks)…
Prostate Cancer Screening
The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends against prostate cancer screening with the PSA blood test. The American Urological Association recommends against routine PSA screening for average risk men…
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Yearly screening for chlamydia is recommended through age 25, and for any adult believed to be at risk for an STI older than age 25. Screening can be performed from…
Skin Cancer
There are three types of skin cancers: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Using sunscreen and avoiding burns can lower the risk of skin cancer. Please let your…
Strep Throat
This is an infection of the back of the throat and tonsils caused by a bacteria called group A streptococcus. The common symptoms of strep throat are fever, sore throat,…
Vaccinations
Your health team at Evergreen strongly recommends routine immunizations for infants, children, and adults. We would be happy to discuss this with you should you have questions about vaccines.