Tressa Gardner, DO

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  During this time of the year, it’s not unusual to see an increase in incidents of flu, RSV, and COVID-19. These are all common respiratory illnesses associated with the fall and winter season due to people gathering more frequently indoors during colder conditions, allowing viruses to pass more easily on to those with weakened immune systems. While these common illnesses are familiar to everyone, emergency care physicians at McLaren Greater Lansing are also seeing an influx this season of other respirat...

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  Online Scheduling Options for ER Visits Allow for Flexibility and Comfort

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