Preventive Care

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  • woman and doctor talking at white round table
    Preventive Care
    Published Oct 5, 2023

    How To Tell If a Mole is Cancerous: 5 Signs You Need to Know

    In this article, we discuss the signs of a cancerous mole, when to see a doctor, and prevention tips to avoid melanoma.
  • woman holding thermometer in blue sweater
    Preventive Care
    Published Oct 5, 2023

    Common Cold Treatment: Top 7 Tips To Help Symptoms

    The common cold consists of mild upper respiratory infections, which includes the nose and the throat. This resource will explain common cold treatment.
  • African American female patient with doctor
    Health Conditions, Preventive Care
    Published Oct 2, 2023

    A Guide to Mammograms: What to Expect During Your Breast Cancer Screening

    Mammograms are a crucial tool in breast cancer screening, prevention and early detection, particularly for women above the age of 40. A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast that can help identify…
  • older women outside walking with walker
    Lifestyle, Preventive Care
    Published Aug 29, 2023

    How To Use A Walker: Tips And Advice

    Using a walker can take a bit of practice before getting it right. This comprehensive guide will help you get started.
  • Dentures and toothbrush on a table
    Lifestyle, Preventive Care
    Published Jul 17, 2023

    How to Clean Dentures

    Dentures replace missing teeth and help restore biting and chewing functions. The American Dental Association (ADA) estimates that more than 36 million U.S. adults have no teeth. More than 90% of…
  • senior women embracing each other
    Lifestyle, Preventive Care
    Published Jun 21, 2023

    Self-Care Tips for Seniors

    Stress occurs throughout life, and many seniors experience stressful situations. Especially during difficult times, you might notice negative physical or mental health symptoms as a result of some…
  • seniors preparing a healthy salad together
    Fitness & Nutrition, Preventive Care
    Published Jun 12, 2023

    Foods to Avoid with High Blood Pressure

    Nearly half of adults in the US live with hypertension. This means that there are millions of people who are experiencing related issues such as obesity, smoking, and an inactive lifestyle. While…
  • older woman reviewing her medication label
    Health Conditions, Preventive Care
    Published Apr 12, 2023

    Medication Management: Everything You Need to Know

    What is Medication management? In this article, we break down everything you should know about managing medications.
  • Blood samples and googles laying on a white table.
    Health Conditions, Preventive Care
    Published Apr 5, 2023

    Reading Blood Test Results: Tips, Advice, And More

    Reading blood test results can be confusing and overwhelming. This resource will explain everything you need to know about interpreting lab results.
  • Preventive Care
    Published Mar 6, 2023

    5 Ways to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends these five ways to keep your kidneys healthy as part of the Prevention and Risk Assessment arm of their Chronic Kidney Disease…
  • Doctor reassuring patient in doctor's office
    Preventive Care
    Published Dec 22, 2022

    How to Prepare for a Blood Test

    Needing a blood test? Anxious about having bloodwork done? In this article, we break down how to prepare for a blood test.
  • Two people holding hands inside
    Preventive Care
    Published Dec 22, 2022

    What Is Geriatric Care: Everything You Need To Know

    Everything you need to know about geriatric care, including what it is, how to find the right specialist, and why you may benefit from it.
  • Elderly Woman Checking the Blood Pressure of an Elderly Man
    Preventive Care
    Published Nov 21, 2022

    Normal Blood Pressure By Age: What You Need To Know

    What is considered normal blood pressure? There are a few different factors to consider, especially age. We break down everything you need to know.
  • Close-Up Shot of a Health Worker Injecting a Vaccine on a Patient
    Health Conditions, Preventive Care
    Published Nov 21, 2022

    COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots: 3 Types & When To Get Them

    Do you need a booster shot if you've already been vaccinated? We break down everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.
  • Pills scrambled together in a pile
    Preventive Care
    Published Oct 12, 2022

    What is Paxlovid?

    Paxlovid is an antiviral medication that has emergency use authorization to be used to treat COVID-19 infections. Learn more in this guide.

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