Prevention

Mental

Thriving in Winter : Boosting Your Mental Health


As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, many people experience a decline in mental well-being, commonly referred to as the "winter blues." For some, this seasonal dip in mood is mild, while for others,...

Drug

Improving Drug Adherence for Older Patients


Medication or Drug adherence refers to the extent to which a person’s medication-taking behavior aligns with the recommendations provided by their healthcare provider. Adherence to medications averages around 50% among patients with chronic diseases. This...

Winter

Your Guide to Winter Vitamin D Levels


As we find ourselves in the heart of winter, with shorter days and colder temperatures, maintaining adequate vitamin D levels becomes increasingly important. Often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D plays a vital...

Electrolyte

How to Maintain Healthy Electrolyte Levels


Electrolytes are crucial for maintaining proper hydration, muscle function, and nerve signaling. As we age, maintaining adequate electrolyte levels becomes even more important due to changes in metabolism, kidney function, and physical activity levels. This...

Boomers

Baby Boomers Are Living Longer But Aging Poorly?


Recent research has revealed a paradox in modern aging: while people are living longer than ever, the quality of their health during those additional years has declined. Baby boomers—those born between 1946 and 1964—are now...

Holiday

Smart Strategies for a Healthier Holiday Celebration


Healthy Choices for a Joyful Winter Holiday Season

The winter holidays are a time for celebration, family, and traditions—but they often bring indulgent meals, sugary treats, and disrupted routines. Staying healthy during this festive season doesn’t...

Heart

The Link Between Heart Failure and Cognitive Decline


Recent findings from the American Heart Association (AHA) reveal critical insights into how cardiovascular conditions like heart failure (HF), atrial fibrillation (AF), and coronary heart disease (CHD) may heighten the risk for cognitive decline and...

Kidney

Essential Kidney Health Supplements for Men and Women


Kidneys play an essential role in maintaining your body’s balance by filtering waste, regulating electrolytes, and managing blood pressure. Maintaining kidney health can be challenging due to lifestyle factors and potential health conditions, but certain...

alzheimer's

The Memory Condition That’s Not Alzheimer’s


Patients experiencing memory lapses often find themselves seeking a second opinion, especially when referred to specialists like Dr. David Jones, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Many of these patients exhibit common memory...

kidney

Distinguishing Kidney Pain from Back Pain


Distinguishing between kidney pain and back pain can be tricky because both can manifest as discomfort in the back region. However, each type of pain has distinct causes, locations, and associated symptoms....