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5 Surprising Reasons You Might Be Suffering with Back Pain
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 28, 2022
Middle aged man sitting on the edge of his bed, gripping his lower back.
If you struggle with back pain, you know firsthand how it can diminish your quality of life. If you work, for example, there’s a pretty good chance it’s interfering with your job. Low back pain has been the leading cause of disability since 1990, according to the International Association for the… See more
Heart Disease Emerging as a Post Covid Complication
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 26, 2022
elderly man being tested at a medical facility for heart issues
Covid-19 is a respiratory virus that can damage the heart and blood vessels of many of its survivors. And while some damage may heal on its own, people who’ve had Covid are at increased risk for heart damage, according to a large-scale study published in Nature Medicine. What’s surprising… See more
The Truth About Erectile Dysfunction and Low Testosterone
February 24, 2022
Low testosterone is thought to be associated primarily with diminished sex drive – but most men don’t know the facts about erectile dysfunction and low testosterone. Watch this video explanation from MDVIP-affiliated physician Dr. Louis Minsky. TRANSCRIPT

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The Dangers of a Dad Bod
February 24, 2022
While the dad bod may be socially cool, from a health perspective it's dangerous.
Are you a man (or know of one) who assumes that carrying a “spare tire” around the belly is inevitable? This body type is affectionately referred to as a “dad bod,” but there’s nothing endearing about it when it comes to your health. And, in fact, it can signify a number of serious medical… See more
Congratulations 2021 MDVIP Ambassadors
February 19, 2022
After reviewing all the nominees who became official members of the MDVIP Ambassadors Club last year, the committee selected three grand prize ambassadors. We thank all of the deserving practice ambassadors who provided an extraordinary experience for their members. Please join us in a virtual… See more
Stressed Out? Thinking of Your Significant Other May Help Ease Blood Pressure
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 14, 2022
Older couple walking together in park
Stress -- you can’t escape it. And it can wreak havoc on blood pressure. Exercise, meditation and hobbies are common, effective stress busters. So is having a social support system of friends and relatives. But if they’re not available,… See more
Rise in High Blood Pressure as a Result of COVID
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 13, 2022
Older woman sitting on a gray couch getting her blood pressure taken by a doctor in a blue shirt.
It’s been two long years since Covid-19 hit the U.S. Routines have been completely disrupted. We’ve adopted new lifestyles that involve social distancing, wearing masks and staying home. We skipped doctor appointments, wellness screenings and routine care. Many people lost jobs and businesses. And… See more
Sleep Apnea and Insomnia: A Life-Threatening Combination
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 12, 2022
Older woman asleep in bed with a CPAP mask on
Do ever wake up out of breath or gasping? Are you unexplainably exhausted during the day? Does your spouse complain that you snore loudly? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you might be one of the 22 million Americans with sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that involves repeated… See more
Heart Disease is Still the Leading Cause of Death
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 11, 2022
Older man talking to his doctor in a doctor's office
To say that America has a heart disease problem is to put it mildly. For more than a century, heart disease has reigned as the leading cause of death in the U.S. It kills one out of every three men and a quarter of women or roughly 690,000 Americans every year.  These are… See more
Men and Heart Disease: What are the Risks?
February 1, 2022
Elderly man having his heart checked by a doctor
If you’re a man, you’re more likely to die from heart disease than any other cause. If that surprises you, you’re not alone. Most people don’t know the number one cause of death for men is heart disease, according to surveys. But the condition actually kills one in every four men.Fortunately, heart… See more

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