Coronavirus Update
With the rapidly evolving novel Corona virus (COVID-19) situation, I have hesitated to put out any… read more
Important Info on Coronavirus
The Centers for Disease control and the Virginia Department of Health are closely monitoring the… read more
Keeping You Safe!
The entire staff recently recertified in basic cardiac life support to keep our office one of the… read more
Dr. Long supports mission to promote healthy lifestyles.
This weekend Dr. James Long supported Big Blue 5k at ODU’s mission to promote healthy lifestyles… read more
“Debunking Allergy Myths”, December 6, 2018
A very warm thank you to Dr. Ananth Thyagarajan, an Allergist and Immunologist from Burke, VA who… read more
Happy 1 Year Anniversary
Happy One Year Anniversary to James E. Long, MD, PC Concierge Medical Practice! "I am so blessed to… read more
The Costs of Medical Care & The Future of Medicine – PART 2
The Cost of an Aging Population BY: Stephen C. Schimpff, MD We are all getting older and like an… read more
New stem cell identified for lung tissue regeneration
Breathing is a vital function of life. Your lungs allow your body to take in oxygen from the air… read more
Beat the heat—stay cool and hydrated this summer
With the sweltering days and steamy nights of summer, it’s hard to stay calm, cool, and protected… read more
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
If the agony and abruptness of severe headaches causes you to cancel plans with friends, skip… read more
Top tips to help you sleep better at night
Are you dreaming of getting a good night’s sleep? Count yourself among the millions of people who… read more
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on your mental health
After a year of hunkering down, masking up, Zooming in, and going without everything from social… read more
May is Arthritis Awareness Month: What you need to know
Arthritis can be a real sore spot for those who endure its pain every day. While this debilitating… read more
Enjoy the benefits of walking and exercising outdoors
Now that the weather is getting warmer, it’s the perfect opportunity to freshen up your usual… read more
Is it COVID-19 or is it just seasonal allergies? Know the difference.
While allergies are nothing to sneeze at, COVID-19 is typically far worse. Still, they share many… read more
April is National Parkinson’s Awareness Month: What you need to know
Few people give Parkinson’s disease a second thought until it affects someone they love. In fact,… read more
The power of vitamin C
When it comes to staying healthy, your best defense is boosting your body’s natural defenses… read more
After you receive a COVID-19 vaccine, what happens next?
While the past year has been filled with lockdowns and masking up, people are finally getting a… read more
March is National Nutrition Month: What you need to know
Eating well is the secret to feeling well, living well, and staying well. Unfortunately, far too… read more
7 Superfoods to help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a pressing problem that can harm your heart and your health. It can damage… read more
The new COVID-19 variants: What you need to know
One of the biggest pandemics of our time is COVID-19. But this one has spawned a variety of… read more
February is American Heart Month: Take care of your heart
During the month of February, expect to have hearts on your mind in celebration of Valentine’s… read more
January is Thyroid Awareness Month: What you need to know
Each January, Thyroid Awareness Month offers an opportunity to bring awareness to a concern that… read more
How do I successfully stick to my New Year’s resolution?
The new year is full of hope and promise. This is especially true for the millions of people making… read more
How to avoid holiday weight gain this season
First, and most importantly, as this year's holiday season is dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic,… read more
How to survive holiday stress this season
The holidays are supposed to be a time of peace, love, and joy. For some people, however, they can… read more
Navigating flu season during the COVID-19 pandemic
Flu season 2020 will be unlike any other flu season in history. With a record number of COVID-19… read more
How do you celebrate Thanksgiving safely in 2020?
With the recent increase in new COVID-19 cases, Thanksgiving 2020 poses challenging new safety… read more
November is American Diabetes Month. Here’s what you need to know.
American Diabetes Month, sponsored by the American Diabetes Association (ADA), is an opportunity to… read more
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What you need to know
Breast Cancer Awareness Month kicks off an annual campaign to increase awareness of our nation’s… read more
Travel safety in the age of COVID-19
Unless you must travel during the COVID-19 pandemic, it makes sense to simply stay home. Travel… read more
September is National Cholesterol Month: Here’s what you need to know
National Cholesterol Education Month is a good time to learn more about the fatty chemical that… read more
Understanding the dangers of heatstroke
Heatstroke, also known as hyperthermia, occurs when someone spends too much time in the heat… read more
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: What are the most common signs of Alzheimer’s disease?
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, the month when the Alzheimer’s Association… read more
What is the difference between COVID-19, the flu, and a cold?
In light of current events, we are all concerned about respiratory viruses. Understanding the… read more
What is Global Employee Health and Fitness Month?
Global Employee Health and Fitness Month is an international event designed to celebrate and… read more
How can I make spring allergy season more bearable?
Spring and allergies go hand in hand. Warmer temperatures mean that flowers, grasses, and trees… read more
Can You Control Your Dreams?
Scientists studying sleep and dream activity claim they have successfully induced lucid dreams in a… read more
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