Young or old, it’s important to take care of yourself and prevent illness. But if you’re a senior, (age 65 or older}, something as simple as a common cold or the flu can progress and lead to complications. This includes secondary infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, an ear infection, or a sinus infection. If you Read More
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Fall Season food guide
Buy produce that is in season to save money and enjoy the flavors of fall! Here’s your produce guide to help you make the most of this season!
Fight the “Silent Killer”
Simple Steps to Managing Your High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is often referred to as the “silent killer” because most of the time there are no symptoms, however, when left untreated high blood pressure quietly damages your blood vessels and leads to serious health issues. Hypertension, or high blood pressure (HBP), is when the Read More
Heart Disease in Women
According to CDC statistics, heart disease is the number one cause of death for women in the United States. Although heart disease is more often associated with men, in reality about the same number of women and men die each year from heart disease in the U.S. However, heart attack symptoms in women may cover Read More
Obesity and Diabetes Risk in the Hispanic Community
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
Being Out and Open with your Doctor
For members of the LGBTQ+ community, the thought of coming out to their healthcare provider can be anxiety-inducing and stressful. Many patients worry that transparency regarding their sexual orientation or gender identity will be met with judgment and hostility, and unfortunately many have had negative healthcare experiences in the past. At River Bend Medical Associates, Read More
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