Getting diagnosed with a disease is never easy, but it is the first step in controlling your condition and living a longer, healthier life. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes, don’t be afraid. Diabetes can be controlled if you live a fairly healthy lifestyle and follow your doctor’s recommendations. There are several things you can do to take control of your health after your diagnosis. Below are some of the major factors that can help you control your diabetes and live an ... [Read More]
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How Sleep Affects the Rest of Your Life
Remember when you were a kid and you didn’t want to go bed? As an adult, you most likely want to go to bed but probably have other commitments that make it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. Sleep is a fundamental need of the human body and getting a good night’s sleep is crucial for optimal functionality and quality of life. The quality and amount of sleep you get effects virtually every aspect of your life – from your social engagements to your work performance. Getting a good night’s ... [Read More]
Preparing for your DOT Physical
Not everyone can drive a big truck, and that’s a good thing. Driving takes ability and skill, an ability to respond to uneven road conditions, weather, and whatever other drivers do to endanger themselves and others. To help determine whether a driver is physically capable of operating a commercial vehicle, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) created a physical exam that is a national requirement for commercial drivers. The doctor or provider giving the DOT exam must be ... [Read More]
Why Would My Doctor Recommend a DEXA Bone Scan?
If you’re a woman or man of a certain age and your doctor recommends a bone-density test, don’t be surprised. The test, called a DEXA scan, is a kind of X-ray that measures the strength of your bones, and it’s highly recommended for women at age 65 and men age 70 and up. That’s because there is a greater risk of bone loss, called osteoporosis, in our senior years. Osteoporosis affects more than 50 million Americans, and the sooner it’s detected, treatment options are better and fractures more ... [Read More]
Tips from Your Primary Care Physician: How to Stay Healthy During Winter
The winter months for most places in the United States is often associated with shiver inducing cold temperatures. We all know that winter can be hectic and busy, especially around the holidays. Whether being around a lot of friends and family, crowded shopping areas, or doing a lot of traveling, you deal with quite a bit. As the weather is chilly and the days are often shorter, staying healthy during the winter months can be difficult for many people. Finding the motivation to eat healthy, let ... [Read More]
