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Home Blood Pressure Monitors Help Lower Risk for Heart Attacks and Stroke
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 17, 2023
Man using a home blood pressure machine
High blood pressure is major cause of premature death. It’s a primary risk factor for heart disease, the leading cause of death globally and the reason for about one-third of heart-related emergency department visits. High blood pressure can be very problematic because it usually doesn’t trigger… See more
New Study Highlights Importance of Inflammation Marker
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
September 15, 2023
Inflammation Marker Laboratory
If you’ve taken part in the MDVIP Wellness Program, you may have had your blood tested for myeloperoxidase or MPO. It’s one of the tests that may be included when your doctor draws blood. MDVIP added this option so physicians would have an additional tool to better identify heart disease risk —… See more
Men’s Screening and Preventive Tests in Your 40s, 50s and Beyond
June 16, 2023
man working with female physician
Lab work, screenings and tests may be a hassle, but they can save your life. You’ll notice that your doctor will order some tests during certain periods of your life, while others will be ordered every year.  Here are the preventive screenings you’ll probably have during your life broken down… See more
Clear Health Trends with Your Doctor
By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP
May 11, 2023
grocery shopper picking up supplement from shelves
In the 1800s, nearly 200,000 Chinese immigrants came to the U.S. to work on the railroads. They brought with them Eastern medicine practices that dated back thousands of years including oil made from a Chinese water snake. The oil was used to treat the sore joints of workers after a long, grueling… See more
9 Ways to Lower Your Cancer Risk
February 15, 2023
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S.
Some cancers cannot be prevented, and scientists continue to study why some people develop them and some don’t. But health experts at leading medical institutions agree that lifestyle choices play a huge part in lowering your risk. At the Harvard School of Public Health, scientists estimate that… See more
How Can Preventive Care Reduces Healthcare Costs
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
March 29, 2022
Older man filling out papers
For centuries, doctors and public health officials have pointed to Ben Franklin’s famous mantra, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Can you really save money by preventing disease?

What is Preventive Care

Preventive care detects serious diseases at an early stage, before any… See more
How to Improve Communications with Your Primary Care Doctor
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
March 28, 2022
When the doctor-patient relationship works, patients experience better health outcomes. Research shows when patients are happier and reassured, they understand their health challenges and available treatments, and are more likely to adhere to doctors’ orders.
When the doctor-patient relationship works, patients experience better health outcomes. Research shows when patients are happier and reassured, they understand their health challenges and… See more
Chronic Condition Management & How Personalized Healthcare Helps
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
March 28, 2022
woman doctor helping older male patient

What is Chronic Disease Management

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What to Expect from a Telemedicine Appointment
October 22, 2020
doctor providing telemedicine appointment
While telemedicine isn’t exactly new, some patients are experiencing virtual visits for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic. Why? Many primary care physicians and specialists are using telemedicine appointments in lieu of traditional in-office visits to keep patients, doctors and their… See more
Which Kind of Primary Care Doctor Should I Choose?
October 22, 2020
primary care doctor talking to patient
Primary care doctors play an important role in your health. They should be the center of your medical team, your starting place for most health care, and the person who has an in-depth knowledge of your medical history and any current health concerns and understands your risk… See more

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