No community in America has been untouched by struggles with weight issues and obesity, this is especially true for our nation’s fifty million Hispanic Americans. Being overweight is a major risk factor for developing Type-2 diabetes. More than one-third of adults in the United States are pre-diabetic. Pre-diabetes is a precursor to type-2 diabetes. If Read More
Prevention
We offer immunizations for our patients because we believe strongly that vaccinations help preserve the health of our communities. From reigning in the flu and whooping cough all the way to preventing cancers, vaccines are a cornerstone to our approach to health. Reserve yours here.
Once your vaccine is reserved, we have vaccination appointments readily available so that you can slip in and out of our office. We also have flu shot clinics every year so that the whole family can come in at the same time to receive their seasonal protection.
Why Safe Sex is Still Important with PrEP
PrEP is short for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It is used by HIV-negative people to reduce the risk of contracting HIV. This once-daily pill is an FDA-approved prescription medication sold under the name Truvada®. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is shown to be over 90% effective against HIV transmission. Although highly effective in reducing the risk of Read More
Colorectal Cancer in the African American Community
According to the American Cancer Society, not only do African Americans have the shortest survival rate of any racial or ethnic group in the United States for most cancers, but they also have the highest incidence of colorectal cancer. The passing of talented actor Chadwick Boseman at the relatively young age of 43 from colorectal Read More
Cancer Information for Lesbian and Bisexual Women
According to the American Cancer Society, some of the types of cancer that most often affect women are breast, lung, colorectal, endometrial, cervical, ovarian, and skin cancers. Data suggests that due to varied social and economic factors, bisexual and lesbian women may be at a higher risk for breast, ovarian, and cervical cancer. Knowing about Read More
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
River Bend Medical Associates, Inc is offering COVID-19 vaccinations to those living in our community. As part of our mission to protect and grow the communities we serve, we are committed to health equality and enabling everyone (no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, or economic status) to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. River Bend Medical Associates, Read More
Immune boosting foods
Good nutrition is essential to a strong immune system,. which offers protection from seasonal illness such as the flu and other health problems including arthritis, allergies, abnormal cell development and cancers. Help protect yourself against infection and boost your immunity by including these nutrients in your eating plan.
3 ways to Engage in virtual health care at RBMA (West Sacramento and South Land Park)
Telehealth We have visits available daily. Please use your patient portal to request a Telehealth visit, and our scheduling staff will accommodate your request. On Call MD We have one of our medical doctors on call whenever our office is closed. 24 hrs on the weekends and holidays, and 5pm until 8am during the week. Read More
Apps to improve your health
Many of us have caught ourselves spending hours scrolling through our phones. There is no shortage of apps to download for our phones, from games to entertainment and even health. Why not put some of that scrolling to use? Here are free and helpful apps to download depending on your goals: Weight Management Losing Read More