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Back to the doctor

Back to the doctor
People who’ve skipped medical check-ups for a while should visit their primary care doctor, dental hygienist, and eye doctor. A primary care doctor will consider a person’s blood pressure, medications, weight, alcohol intake, gait, balance, memory, hearing, mood, and levels of physical activity and socialization. To prepare for the visit, one should write down questions for the doctor and bring a list of all medications. At the appointment, one should take notes and ask any questions needed to understand the doctor’s instructions.
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Unvaccinated and misunderstood? Let's talk

Unvaccinated and misunderstood? Let's talk

As the pandemic drags on, it feels like the US has stalled on vaccinations. COVID hospitalizations and deaths are rising again and people on both sides of the vaccine divide seem frustrated or worse. A recent survey suggests ways to address some obstacles and push for solutions that address a range of concerns.

Read More about Does HIPAA prohibit questions about vaccination?
Does HIPAA prohibit questions about vaccination?

Does HIPAA prohibit questions about vaccination?

Privacy rules described in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) prevent disclosure of certain health information to unauthorized people without your permission. Here are the basics on what HIPAA does and doesn't allow –– including whether it's legal to ask and answer questions about COVID-19 vaccination status.

Read More about Back-to-school in 2021: Keeping children safe and well
Back-to-school in 2021: Keeping children safe and well

Back-to-school in 2021: Keeping children safe and well

As another school year in the shadow of COVID-19 begins and the Delta variant surges, once again parents are concerned about how their children will be affected. National, state, and local guidelines continue to evolve, but the overarching goal is to return to full-time, in-person learning for students wherever possible.

Read More about Should you get vaccinated against these germs?
Should you get vaccinated against these germs?

Should you get vaccinated against these germs?
Read More about Should I get the new shingles vaccine?
Should I get the new shingles vaccine?

Should I get the new shingles vaccine?
Read More about Shingles vaccine may also reduce stroke risk
Shingles vaccine may also reduce stroke risk

Shingles vaccine may also reduce stroke risk
The shingles vaccine was associated with a 10% to 20% lower risk of stroke among adults ages 66 and older, according to a recent study.
Read More about Bracing for flu season: Steps to protect yourself right now
Bracing for flu season: Steps to protect yourself right now

Bracing for flu season: Steps to protect yourself right now
Read More about A vaccine that can prevent shingles
A vaccine that can prevent shingles

A vaccine that can prevent shingles
The best way to avoid shingles and long-lasting pain that may result from it is to get the shingles vaccine (Shingrix), given in two doses. The vaccine contains a protein from a dead varicella-zoster virus. The shot is 90% effective and is recommended for adults ages 50 or older, even those who have had shingles before, received an older shingles vaccine called Zostavax, or don’t recall having had chickenpox. People should avoid the vaccine if they currently have shingles, are allergic to components of the vaccine, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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7 strategies to prevent cancer

7 strategies to prevent cancer
Making healthy lifestyle changes can prevent an estimated 40% of cancers. These include eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, getting adequate sleep, and maintaining a healthy body weight. People can also help prevent cancers by seeking recommended cancer screenings. Some screenings merely identify cancers early, but others, such as colonoscopies and Pap tests, can find precancerous conditions and are actually able to prevent cancer.
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