Why Should I Get a Colonoscopy?

Your digestive health affects you daily, which is why we focus on taking a very personalized approach to care. Here are a few reasons you should get a colonoscopy.

Back to School Tips and Guidelines

As children return to school, hear tips from Dr. Joe Elser, a pediatrician who has been practicing for 30 years. His advice covers sleep, COVID safety, and setting kids up for success in the new school year.

Pediatrician Jamie Irwin, DO, Offers Tips on Teaching Children Social Distancing

Social distancing can be hard for all of us, but as a parent it can be particularly hard to convince your kids to practice social distancing, especially in the summer when all they want to do is go out and play with their friends.

Headache Clinic Helps Children and Teens Cope

Twenty percent of children and teens suffer from headaches that interfere with life. Dr. Joe Elser recommends that the child be seen if they have more than one or two headaches a week consistently.

Breast Cancer Survivor Gives Birth to Healthy Baby Girl

After surviving breast cancer, Kristin gave birth to healthy baby girl with help from Oncologist, Dr. Stephen Divers, and Obstetrician, Dr. Clint Henson.

Understanding the Symptoms of Diabetes is the First Step to Better Health

One in three Arkansans have diabetes or pre-diabetes. Learn the symptoms and how to get care.

How to Stay Healthy at Any Age

Take our short quiz to help you determine the most important screenings based on your age and gender.

Colonoscopy Catches Cancer Early

Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer. It's unfortunate that some people shy away from getting screened because to them a colonoscopy seems uncomfortable. However, colon cancer is the easiest cancer to diagnose, and is easy to treat.

Leanne Glidewell, APRN Explains the Importance of Taking Your Medicine

Medicine is only helpful when it is taken as prescribed. If you feel the medications you are taking are causing unwanted side effects, talk to your doctor before changing anything.

Early Spike This Flu Season

Early rise in flu cases in Arkansas. If you haven't gotten your flu shot, it's time to get one right now. A message from CHI St. Vincent Primary Care offices in story featuring Dr. Mark Viegas.

5 Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol

If you are diagnosed with high cholesterol, our primary care doctors will develop a treatment plan for you that may include medication, lifestyle changes or other intervention methods.

Choosing A Doctor Is The First Step To Long-term Health

Choosing a doctor and developing a long term relationship goes a long way in helping people maintain optimum health.

East Little Rock Clinic Offers Care To Low Income Patients

Many people put off going to the doctor because they fear the expense, but that need not be the case.

Routine Wellness Exam Saves Vic O'Neal's Heart

Vic O'Neal credits Dr. Kristi Sutton with saving his life. THV11's latest Wear the Gowns featured O'Neal's story and the importance of having an annual wellness exam.

Routine Exam with Dr. Rachel White Uncovers a Herniated Disc in a Cabot Football Player

Dr. Rachel White helped one high school athlete avoid further injury after she discovered he had a herniated disc during a routine wellness exam.

5 Tips for Improving Sleep

Sleep is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. It reduces stress, is good medicine for the brain and promotes a healthy heart.

Q&A: Dr. Kristi Sutton: Internal Medicine Physician Keeps Her Eye on the Prize

An internal medicine doctor at our Hot Springs Village primary care offices, Dr. Kristi Sutton sets her heart, mind and intent on achieving what fulfills her life.

Is a Lung Cancer Screening Right for You?

If you have smoked for many years, you may want to think about getting a lung cancer screening. We've outlined three simple steps for scheduling one.

4 Numbers You Need to Know

Primary care doctors monitor how healthy you are so they can help keep you that way. Here are four numbers you need to know so you can live a long, healthy life.

What Color is Your Snot?

The color of your snot can indicate when and if you need to make an appointment with your primary care doctor. Test out your snot skills with our fun interactive tool.