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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

I’m a dementia specialist, and so what I was experiencing was that many people were coming to see me to get a diagnosis of a very straightforward case of mild Alzheimer’s or moderate Alzheimer’s disease, whose doctors had told them there was nothing wrong with them or that their memory was better than my own, says the doctor.

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Prevention of Dementia: Kristine Yaffe

GeriPal

It’s just another example of, I think, that there’s a little extra special sauce there in the Beeson program. Physical activity is a big one. But I would say that in terms of education, it’s really complicated because it’s so confounded by socioeconomic status and so many social determinants of health.

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

Whether you’re scheduling your annual physical , exploring the differences between a wellness visit vs physical , or simply wondering what’s covered under your insurance, understanding preventive care can empower you to take charge of your health. Annual Physicals: Covered or Not? How long is a physical good for?

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Corona Together

StorytellERdoc

Being an ER physician facing this dilemma on the front lines of a large emergency and trauma center, I am also bearing witness to the more daunting picture of this dilemma--the mental and physical effects Covid-19 is having on our patients as well as on all of us. We are all scared. Take a walk. Go to bed earlier.

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Finding the Right Clinic: A Guide to Quality Care

Plum Health

If you have a chronic condition like asthma, diabetes, or arthritis, unexpected complications or flare-ups can occur at any time. A clinic is a medical facility where healthcare professionals provide specialized medical care to patients. Patients can receive consultations, diagnosis, and treatment without needing an overnight stay.

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How Often Should You Get Cholesterol Screening? Understanding Your Risk Factors

Imperial Center Family Medicine

No special preparation is needed beforehand unless your healthcare provider instructs you to fast for 9 to 12 hours. Schedule Your Cholesterol Screening Today Routine cholesterol testing allows early detection and better control of high cholesterol before complications arise. What Does the Screening Entail?

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Music as Medicine: Jenny Chen, Tyler Jorgensen, & Theresa Allison

GeriPal

The ability to appreciate, recognize, and engage with music is preserved even until late stages of dementia, and Theresa is examining how music can be useful from the time of diagnosis, not only for the person with dementia, but their caregivers. My voice is nothing special. Relationships are usually more complicated.

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