What to Know About the New Cholesterol Drug
When our primary care doctors in Delray Beach prescribe statins to help lower cholesterol, we’re often disheartened by a number of our patients who cannot or will not take them. Stroke is a leading cause of death in the U.S., and
Depression After Strokes Common
When our primary care doctors in Delray Beach heard that Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) had checked himself into the hospital for depression following his stroke last year, we were not surprised. That’s because depression is a common reaction after a stroke.
Protect Yourself from Norovirus
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced this month that cases of norovirus, commonly called stomach flu, are spreading across the U.S., and the numbers are higher than usual. Our primary care doctors in Delray Beach don’t want anyone
How Your Grip Strength Can Predict Your Health
Our primary care doctors in Delray Beach run many tests on our patients to gauge the state of their health. But recent research shows that one of the most effective measures of your overall health is the strength in your
Latest News on Alzheimer’s Drugs
The news on various Alzheimer’s drugs has been coming so fast lately that you may have had trouble keeping up. So our primary care doctors in Delray Beach thought we’d try to help you sort out the facts. Unfortunately, with each new
The Frightening Phenomenon of Hospital-Acquired Delirium
When a loved one goes into the hospital, the last thing you’d expect is that they would suddenly turn into someone else overnight. But that’s what can happen with a little-known phenomenon called “hospital-acquired delirium.” Because it occurs frequently, our primary
Drink Up: How Hydration Keeps You Healthy
Our primary care doctors in Delray Beach told you a few weeks ago how important hydration is to maintaining your health. It’s especially valuable for seniors because adults over the age of 60 are at higher risk of dehydration; thirst levels
Protecting Yourself Against the New COVID-19 Variant
This month, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned that the newest COVID-19 variant, known as XBB.1.5, is the most transmissible subvariant we’ve seen so far. Mehul Suthar, who studies emerging viral infections at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta,
Statins May Help Prevent One Type of Stroke
Stroke is a leading cause of death in the U.S., and is a major cause of serious disability for adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Currently, more than 20 percent of Americans take cholesterol-lowering drugs
Easy New Year’s Health Resolutions for Seniors
The start of a new year is traditionally the time we vow to do better in various areas of our lives because it’s bright with the promise of new beginnings. But over the years, we tend to become disenchanted with the