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But for the most part, it gets a bad rap and deservedly so -- stress-related conditions account for 75 to 90 percent of appointments to primary care doctors. … See more 4 Tips to Help Raise Your Testosterone Levels NaturallyBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESNovember 13, 2018 Low testosterone, commonly referred to as low T, can cause a wide range of health issues for both men and women. It’s tied to erectile issues and difficulty concentrating in men, as well as low libido, fertility problems, weight gain, muscle and bone loss, depression, osteoporosis and type 2… See more Heart Disease Linked to Low Estrogen and Testosterone LevelsBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESNovember 13, 2018 Low levels of estrogen and testosterone play a role in the development of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death among Americans. The link is to the most common type of heart disease, coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD develops when cholesterol and other substances accumulate along… See more Heart Disease and Lifestyle: What I Learned at MDVIP’s National MeetingBy A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACPNovember 12, 2018 Every few years, MDVIP invites its affiliated physicians to a national meeting. In my 10 years with the company, I’ve been to all of them. This year we met in Dallas. Why do we get together? To learn from each other and experts about the latest medical trends in prevention and wellness – and to… See more Your Prescription for Metformin Might Be a Blessing in DisguiseBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESNovember 9, 2018 Many Americans take metformin. Most of them have either type 2 diabetes or prediabetes (the drug is also occasionally used to treat type 1, or insulin-dependent, diabetes). Although you may not love taking metformin, there is a bright side: The drug may… See more Should You Be Taking Low-Dose Aspirin for Heart Attack Prevention? Check with Your DoctorBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESNovember 2, 2018 Have you seen the recent study on low-dose aspirins? It’s gotten a lot of media attention because it contradicts conventional wisdom that low-dose aspirin therapy helps prevent heart attacks. For years, doctors have recommended daily low-dose aspirin therapy for patients with or at risk for… See more How to Switch to a New Medicare Plan During Open EnrollmentBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESOctober 15, 2018 Fall Open Enrollment Period for Medicare kicks off October 15th. This is the time of year when current Medicare enrollees can select or change Medicare benefits. If you’re on a Medicare plan, evaluate your current plan to make sure the coverage and costs fit your needs. To help you, your Medicare… See more Chronic Conditions & Medicare - How to Prepare for Uncovered CostsBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESOctober 9, 2018 The number of Americans with a chronic condition continues to rise as the American population grays. About 85 percent of older adults have at least one chronic condition and 60 percent have two, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Chronic conditions… See more Religion May Help Boost Your LongevityBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESSeptember 30, 2018 Wanting to live forever – or at least as long as possible – is a concept built into the human spirit. In fact, most Americans want to make it to 100, according to a survey conducted by the Stanford Center on Longevity, in partnership with TIME magazine. Advances in medical technology and a… See more 4 Things You Should Do to Boost Your Fat IQSeptember 17, 2018 If you've struggled with your weight, you know that fat can be a bad three-letter word. You've warded against it, tried to reduce it and agonized over what fat can do to your self-esteem and your waist line. But how much do you really know about fat? And how much could you improve your life if… See more Load More Leave this field blank Our Philosophy & History Leadership Team Living Well Blog Brain Health Resources & Quiz Gut Health Resources & Quiz Body Fat Resources & Quiz Longevity Resources & Quiz Heart Health Resources & Quiz Men's Health Resources & Quiz Women's Health Resources & Quiz Press Room Careers MDVIP Foundation Partnerships Contact Us A Great Place to Work Company Mdvip Lead Form Sign Up for the Newsletter First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Number* (optional) Home ZIP Code I would like MDVIP to call me. I would like MDVIP to call me Send Message*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. 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