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Health and Wellness | September 13, 2024

7 Tips to Stay Healthy During Respiratory Season

A medicine box is filled with the essentials including cold and flu medicines, thermometer and bandages. As seen in San Diego Health Magazine
Get the flu shot early. Stay home if you're sick. Stock up on essentials. Follow our tips to help you get through the cold and flu season.
Health and Wellness | September 11, 2024

How to Keep the Flu Away

The best way to protect yourself and others from the flu is to get a flu shot. Anyone over 6 months old should get one, with few exceptions.
Health and Wellness | September 11, 2024

What Are the Different Types of Open Enrollment Periods?

A man and a woman smile as they look at the computer while comparing health insurance plans in preparation for open enrollment.
Open enrollment periods start in the fall. You can make changes to your health plan or switch to a new one. Don't forget deadlines.
Health and Wellness | September 11, 2024

How Do Statins Work to Protect Your Heart?

High cholesterol is a warning sign for heart disease. Learn how statins help prevent and treat heart disease and who needs them.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

What Are the Most Effective Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer?

A man crosses his hands in a physical exam room discussing prostate cancer symptoms that he has experienced.
When found early, most forms of prostate cancer are slow-growing and treatable. Care options range from active surveillance to surgery.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Can Bariatric Surgery Improve Fertility?

Bariatric surgery can have an added benefit of improving reproductive health.
Bariatric surgery can help lose excess weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. It can also improve fertility. Learn how.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Hot Weather and Heart Health: What to Know

A heart patient cools off with a fan during hot weather.
When temperatures soar, it's vital to stay cool, as high temperatures can strain the heart. Learn why and how to protect your heart.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Tummy Troubles: Could It Be Back-to-School Stress?

A young girl with pigtails sits on the ground with a look on her face that she doesn't feel well as she holds her stomach.
Stress has been linked to stomach issues. Pay attention if your kid complains about tummy problems and is stressed about returning to school.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Why Are Sports Physicals So Important?

Through sports physicals, doctors can gauge an athlete's body maturity, measure fitness, detect existing injuries and determine the likelihood of future injury.
Health and Wellness | September 5, 2024

Should You Avoid High Potassium Foods?

Healthy foods with potassium.
Watch your potassium intake if you have kidney disease. Check with your doctor if you have symptoms of hyperkalemia.