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Winter’s dry, cold weather draws moisture away from the skin and can lead to winter itch -- a type of… See more Getting Brain Health Tests if ADHD Runs in the FamilyBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESDecember 18, 2021 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a very common neurodevelopmental disorder diagnosed in childhood. Typical signs include: Difficulty focusing Difficulty controlling impulsive behaviors Being overly active Although ADHD can span into adulthood, it was largely considered a… See more 5 Tips for Avoiding Heartburn on Special OccasionsBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESDecember 17, 2021 It’s the holiday season – a time of joy, cheer and heartburn. Mainstream holiday fare – high fat foods, alcohol and desserts – can trigger heartburn. Of course, heartburn isn’t just a holiday thing – many of us experience bad heartburn anytime we eat foods that are spicy or high in fat or drink… See more 6 Tips to Have a Happy, Healthy HolidayBy Dr. Andrea KlemesMDVIPDecember 15, 2021 I love the holidays. From time with family to time away from work to good food and good cheer, it’s a near perfect time of year. But not for everyone. Some people dread the holidays because of family history and memories that aren’t joyous. Others find the added stress of crowds, finances and… See more 4 Tips That Can Help You Achieve Your ResolutionsBy A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACPDecember 13, 2021 As an internal medicine physician for 36 years, I was never fond of New Year’s resolutions. They always seemed artificial and destined to fail. And if you’ve ever made one, you probably know what I’m talking about. New Years Resolutions Statistics In fact, about 45 percent of… See more COVID 19 Booster: What You Need to KnowDecember 13, 2021 The COVID-19 vaccine has been highly effective against transmitting the COVID variants and protecting from serious illness and hospitalizations. Unfortunately, the vaccines’ efficacy — especially against infection — seems to wane over time. That’s why the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the… See more 7 Simple Ways to Live a LongerDecember 8, 2021 Every few years or so, a large survey comes out that highlights Americans views on longevity. The consistent message is that most of us want stick around long enough to grow (very) old. In a 2016 survey by the Stanford Center on Longevity, three-fourths of the 2,330 adult respondents said… See more What Causes You to Die Early?December 8, 2021 For most of us, the term “early death” isn’t scientific. It simply describes death that occurs unexpectedly early: in children, of course, but also their parents and anyone else in the so-called prime of their lives. Public health experts offer a clearer definition, and the age cutoff may… See more What Is The Real Cause of Diabetes - Causes of DiabetesBy Louis B Malinow, M.D.MDVIPNovember 16, 2021 Although pre diabetes and diabetes may sound like different conditions, the reality is, they are actually the same disease with the same risks. Yet, many people don’t take controlling their blood sugar seriously until they are actually diagnosed with diabetes. What causes diabetes? It's high blood… See more FDA Introduces Recommendations to Help Food Manufacturers and Restaurants Lower Sodium in FoodsBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESNovember 13, 2021 Americans love salt. From shaking it on their food to gobbling up salty, prepackaged snacks to dining on sodium-rich restaurant food, it’s a staple of our diet. As a result, the average American consumes about 3,400 mg of salt each day, despite the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommending… 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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