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Healing through nutrition

July 24, 2024

Podcast

What is nutritional healing, and how can I make it part of my daily lifestyle? Dr. Michael Snyder from WellMed at Pleasanton explains how you can turn your food into medicine.

6 pillars of lifestyle medicine

July 17, 2024

Article

Your lifestyle choices often shape your health. Poor choices yield poor outcomes. Follow these simple rules of thumb to give your body its best chance of being healthy.

Breathless: Managing COPD

July 17, 2024

Podcast

COPD refers to a group of lung diseases that can interfere with normal breathing. Dr. Rajay Seudath from Optum – University discusses this chronic disease, including symptoms and treatments.

Following a balanced diet

July 10, 2024

Podcast

Eating a nutritious diet is essential to staying healthy and active. Gladys Lopez, DO, from WellMed at Hampton in Dallas, Texas, discusses the importance of eating well and questions to ask your primary care provider.

Everything you need to know about Alzheimer’s disease

July 3, 2024

Podcast

Every year, millions of people worldwide are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, but what are the leading signs and symptoms of the disease? David Levitt, MD, a contracted physician at Aegis Medical Group in Clermont, Florida, discusses what to look for and available treatments available for people who have or are likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease.

Can sciatica cause knee pain?

July 2, 2024

Article

The cause of knee pain can be complicated – and surprising. Your sciatic nerve can cause pain in your knees and shoot all the way down to your feet.

Heat Exhaustion

June 26, 2024

Podcast

Heat exhaustion can quickly turn into heatstroke if left untreated. Dr. Audrey Baria, medical director with WellMed at 9th Ave. North, discusses the early signs of heat exhaustion and how to stay cool this summer.

How to keep mosquitoes away; avoid potential illness

June 21, 2024

Article

Mosquitoes are known carriers of several dangerous diseases, including West Nile virus. Keep yourself safe by following this advice from Dr. Estuardo Aroca.

Dollar Store Medication

June 12, 2024

Podcast

Is it safe to buy over-the-counter medications from dollar stores? Dr. Brooke Mobley, associate medical director of skilled nursing care in Tampa Bay, Florida, and associate medical director of North Pinellas Hospitalist Medicine for Optum Care of Florida, talks about the do’s and don’ts of purchasing everyday medicines from dollar stores.

How to keep your brain healthy as you age

June 10, 2024

Article

Learn more about how to improve brain health, the habits that keep it healthy and the symptoms that deserve a call to your doctor.

Finding good, supportive care is essential

June 5, 2024

Article

Finding LGBTQ+ friendly health care providers is important; try these strategies.

More things to know about stroke awareness

June 5, 2024

Podcast

May was Stroke Awareness Month, a moment to teach and raise awareness around the illness. Dr. Michael Dunn from WellMed at Sinton explains early detection, common risk factors and how to reduce serious injuries.

The importance of following up with your PCP

May 29, 2024

Podcast

Establishing a good relationship with your primary care provider is just as important as following up with them. Dr. Crystal Garza from WellMed Corpus Christi Hospitalists explains the benefits of staying in touch with your PCP.

5 health issues every man should think about

May 23, 2024

Article

As men age, they face health risks that should not be ignored. Don’t wait until it’s too late; start seeing your doctor regularly now.

Stroke Awareness Month

May 22, 2024

Podcast

May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to educate and raise awareness around the illness. Dr. Amber Stephens from Optum – Main St. discusses the most common risk factors and how to reduce the risk of serious injury.