HIV / AIDS – Dr. David Long
HIV/AIDS Summary • 11-15% of all AIDS cases in the US occur in people over age 50 • Seniors need to be aware of HIV/AIDS risks and take steps to…
How to Quit Smoking – Dr. David Long
How to Quit Smoking Summary Quitting smoking can be difficult due to the brain associating nicotine with stress relief. To successfully quit, it is important to replace smoking with other…
Colorectal Cancer – Dr. David Long
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Summary • Colorectal cancer is a health concern that should be taken seriously. Early detection is key for successful treatment and improved health outcomes. • Look…
Hormone Optimization – Dr. David Long
Hormone Optimization •Dr. David Long discusses the idea of hormone optimization, which is a process of treating the underlying hormonal imbalance that a patient has rather than just treating symptoms…
High Blood Pressure – Dr. David Long
High Blood Pressure / Hypertension Summary • High blood pressure is a silent killer that most people are unaware of. • It is important to get regular checkups to ensure…
Too Healthy for the Vaccine? – Dr. David Long
Too Healthy for the Vaccine? Summary Dr. David Long encourages everyone to get vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, especially given the more contagious Delta variant and its impact on younger…
Is The Covid Vaccine Safe? – Dr. David Long
Is The Covid Vaccine Safe? Summary Dr. David Long explains the concept of relative risk and how it applies to both seatbelts and the COVID vaccine. He recommends that everyone…
Stress – Dr. David Long
Stress Summary • Stress can have negative effects on physical health, such as weight gain and high blood pressure. • Eating healthy foods like fruits, vegetables and lean meats can…
The Perfect Holiday Life Recipe – Dr. David Long
The Perfect Holiday Life Recipe Summary • Prioritize rest for your mind and body; get 8 hours of sleep at night and take 3 brief mental/emotional breaks each day. •…
Coronary Heart Disease – Dr. David Long
Coronary Heart Disease Summary • Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease, caused when cholesterol and fatty materials called plaque build up inside the arteries. …
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