Dr. Katy Brodski-Quigley
Katy Brodski-Quigley is a Family Medicine physician from Massachusetts, USA. She studied medicine in Albany Medical College, NY, and UMass Family Medicine Residency, MA. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Health Education from Boston University. Currently, she practices Telemedicine and participates in several Medical Education projects, including 5‑Minute Medical Consult and The Core Content Review of Family Medicine.
- Lifestyle, Preventive Care
Healthy lungs — tips to help quit smoking
There's no question that smoking is bad, but why is that? Despite all the commercials, billboards, and other information about the serious effects smoking has on the body, why is it that millions... - Fitness & Nutrition, Lifestyle
Healthy Holiday Eating
When we think of healthy eating, holiday meals don’t necessarily come to mind. Treats like pumpkin pie, gingerbread cookies and eggnog can make it hard to maintain self control, especially when... - Lifestyle
10 Steps to Staying Safe on the Road - Senior Care
Everyone should make sure to follow car safety precautions before getting on the road, especially older adults (65+) who make up one in five drivers in the United States. - Health Conditions
Tips for Managing Your Joint Pain and Arthritis
If you’re experiencing joint pain from arthritis, know that you’re not alone. Every year, millions of people in the United States have chronic pain caused by arthritis. Of the nearly 54 million... - Lifestyle
Fun in the Sun: Safe Activities to Enjoy the Summer
When you think of summer, does it make you want to head outside and bask in the sun — or just stay indoors and turn on the fan? Despite the rising temperatures, there are plenty of fun and safe... - Lifestyle
Sun Safety: UV Protection and Heat Exhaustion
There are plenty of activities that you just can't do indoors, and getting fresh air is good for you. But being outside, especially for extended periods of time, can also carry some risks. - Lifestyle
Helpful Technologies to Help Older Adults Monitor their Health
If you're a senior citizen living alone, you might consider having any of these technologies to help you monitor your health. - Lifestyle, Preventive Care
How to read prescription labels
If you’re having trouble figuring out a prescription drug label, you’re not alone. Millions of adults in the United States misunderstand prescription drug labels. - Lifestyle, Preventive Care
How to Read Nutrition Labels and Potential Impacts on your Health
"You are what you eat," the old adage goes — but how true is this? As you walk down the aisles of your favorite grocery store, it's nearly impossible not to notice that a majority of the packages... - Preventive Care
Why you should have a primary care doctor
There's no doubt that your health is one of the most important aspects of your life — if not the most important.
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