By Kimberly Choina-Karamat As we enter 2025, prioritizing heart health should top your list of New Year’s resolutions. A heart-healthy lifestyle isn’t just about avoiding disease; it’s about feeling your best every day. One of the most important aspects? Keeping your blood pressure at a healthy level. High blood pressure, or hypertension, often develops without […]
By Dr. Kang Lin Tsai Urgent care centers and clinics are easy to find these days when minor medical problems pop up. While these clinics can be helpful, especially during cold and flu season, having a primary care doctor is still one of the most important parts of staying healthy. A primary care physician does […]
Having quality care close to home is important, especially when it comes to heart disease: the leading cause of death in the United States. Access to convenient, personalized care for cardiovascular conditions is critical to saving lives and improving patient welfare. Early intervention and treatment can significantly improve patient outcomes, particularly in the case of […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about breast self-exams. If you’re confused about whether you should be checking your breasts regularly, you’re not alone. Research suggesting that self-checks don’t increase survival rates from breast cancer has led some physicians to stop recommending them. Many doctors maintain that breast […]
By Dr. Elizabeth Cole Gone are the days of picking up the phone book and choosing the doctor closest to your home or workplace. Today, people have access to more information about healthcare providers. We also have more options when it comes to choosing our primary care doctors. With all these choices, it can be […]
By Dr. Magdy G. Mikhail Cholesterol often is synonymous in people’s minds with blocked arteries, heart attacks and strokes. However, cholesterol is an important part of a healthy body. The liver produces the waxy, fat-like substance that helps your body produce new cells, repair damaged tissue and produce hormones like estrogen. We also get cholesterol […]
By Dr. Lynsey Cox Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting women in the United States. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 300,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed this year, which accounts for about 30% of all new female cancers. While these figures […]
By Dr. Peter Casano Now that temperatures are climbing, swimming pools, lakes and rivers will provide a welcome escape from the heat. But for some people, the fun could turn into an unwelcome reminder of their day in the water. Swimmer’s ear is a common and painful condition that affects the outer ear canal. Although […]
By Dr. Brian Pitre As the saying goes, prevention is better than a cure. Regular checkups and screenings are important parts of everyone’s preventive care. They are key for maintaining good health and reducing your risk of serious health conditions. Two of the most important screenings for women are for breast cancer and colorectal cancer. […]
By Emilie Diane Miller Have you ever thought about quitting smoking, dipping or vaping? If you’re nodding your head, you’re not alone. Many people want to quit but worry it might be too tough. The good news is that giving up tobacco is one of the best things you can do for your health, and […]
