Health and Wellness
March 6, 2020
Keeping the Corona Virus at Bay: What Can You Do?
As we continue to hear news about the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the U.S. and worldwide, I’d like to share some information relating to the questions I’m being asked about it. What can someone do if they contract the coronavirus? There are no over the counter or prescription medications that will help. Because it is viral, antibiotics are ineffective. Are [...]
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February 25, 2020
Heart Health Tips for February and Beyond
February is heart health month – so, let’s take a minute to talk about your ticker! A healthy heart beats about 70-80 times per minute, pumping blood throughout your body to take nutrients and oxygen to your cells, while carrying away wastes. In order to keep these processes working efficiently, here are a few tips: [...]
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October 18, 2019
Three Ways Patients Can Help Alleviate Physician Burnout
By Debra J. Stevens The profession responsible for treating the ills of others is facing an epidemic of its own – physician burnout. A startling 44% of surveyed healthcare providers described themselves as burned out in the Medscape 2019 National Physician Burnout, Depression & Suicide Report. The report defines burnout as “long-term, unresolvable job […]
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September 11, 2019
WHEN do I have time to exercise?
As a physician, I explain that exercise is practically a panacea (cures everything). Because our bodies evolved and are made to move, exercise or movement does “cure” most of what ails us. There is not a ‘why’ question here as it’s just good for you! For myself, I’ve always been an occasional exerciser. I started […]
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September 3, 2019
If Not Now, WHEN?
If not now, WHEN? Such a simple phrase, but how powerful! This statement, originally credited to Hillel the Elder, prompts us to take immediate action on important matters at hand. Most of us have goals and aspirations. Many people would agree that they would feel better if they ate more healthfully, started exercising, stopped smoking […]
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August 19, 2019
Taking Time for Me
It took me 35 years to figure this out. I’m an avid traveler and I’ve heard it a thousand times, secure your own oxygen mask before helping others. Why? Because if you don’t take care of yourself first, you have nothing to give to others. But merely hearing about this concept was not enough for […]
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