BASS Health & Medicine Blog

Learn everything about the monkeypox vaccine: available types, safety, effectiveness, and when to seek medical care. Stay informed and protected.

Injured at work? Learn how BASS Medical Group supports fast, effective workplace injury recovery through coordinated occupational medicine services.

Is mouth-to-mouth CPR still recommended? Learn when to use hands-only CPR, when rescue breaths are still necessary, and how to protect yourself during emergencies. BASS Medical Group explains the latest CPR guidelines.

Anal fissures cause pain and bleeding during bowel movements. Learn common symptoms, treatment options, and when to see a doctor for relief.

Struggling with balance issues? Learn common causes—like inner ear problems, circulation, or neurological conditions—and when to see a doctor. BASS Medical Group can help.

Wondering which vaccines your child needs and when? Learn about the CDC’s recommended childhood immunization schedule from birth to age 18 to protect against serious diseases.

Learn how the Norplant birth control implant works, its effectiveness, insertion process, side effects, and who should consider this long-term contraceptive option.

Do you struggle with shortness of breath or chest tightness during workouts? Learn what causes trouble breathing while exercising and how to treat it at BASS Medical Group.

Learn how colorectal cancer affects your health and diet. Discover key risk factors, symptoms, and foods that may help lower your colon cancer risk.

Curious about your pregnancy timeline? Learn how your baby develops week by week, from conception to birth. Stay informed with expert guidance from BASS Medical Group.

Learn how to prevent kidney cancer by understanding risk factors, early symptoms, and treatment options. Expert care available at BASS Medical Group.

Learn about the causes of metastatic lung cancer, how it spreads, symptoms by organ, diagnostic tools, and treatment options. Get expert care at BASS Medical Group.

Diagnosed with bladder cancer? Learn about symptoms, stages, treatment options, and recurrence risks. Get expert care at BASS Medical Group in the Bay Area.

Chronic sinusitis causes congestion, pain, and fatigue. Learn how to manage sinus symptoms, treatment options, and when to visit an ENT at BASS Medical Group.

Arthritis can affect daily life, but symptom relief is possible. Learn lifestyle strategies, treatment options, and when advanced therapies may be considered.

Learn how prostate cancer is staged and what each stage means for treatment. From PSA levels to survival rates, BASS Medical Group helps you navigate your diagnosis.

Learn the differences between non-small cell and small cell lung cancer, including subtypes, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options. BASS Medical Group explains what to expect.

Think liver disease only affects drinkers? Learn about nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—its causes, symptoms, and prevention—from BASS specialists.

Cirrhosis can go undetected until it’s advanced. Learn the early symptoms of liver damage and how to get treatment at BASS Medical Group before it worsens.

Masks can reduce your risk of catching or spreading cold, flu, or COVID-19—especially in crowded indoor settings. Learn when wearing one makes sense.