Your general practitioner’s (GPs) office is your healthcare home base. Your GP has probably stood by you through everything from worrisome new symptoms, to medication changes, to hospital stays and more. It’s their job to keep track of all your conditions and…


9 Ways to Avoid Germs Throughout Your Day
You may not see them, but germs are everywhere. They’re on your skin, inside your body and all around you. From the minute you wake up in the morning until you fall back into bed at night, you’ll likely encounter…

Health Screenings You Need in Your 20s and 30s
You are never too young to start preparing for a healthy future. While it’s important for people of all ages to take an interest in their care, establishing a good relationship with a primary care physician as a young adult…

Health Screenings You Need in Your 40s and 50s
We experience a lot of life changes as we age, and the way we monitor our health is no exception. Whether you feel healthy or not, you should be regularly screened for certain health issues—and when you reach your 40s,…

Health Screenings You Need in Your 60s
As you approach your retirement years, your health needs and concerns may be different from what they were in your 40s and 50s. “Even if you feel fine, you should be regularly screened for a bevy of health issues that…

Men’s Health: Make your well-being a priority
Did you know that men are less likely to seek treatment for health problems than women? Fortunately, there are a few simple steps guys can take to improve their health and longevity. This is the perfect time to set a…

Five things your doctor wants you to know about colorectal cancer
Knowledge is power. A screening could save your life. Schedule your colon cancer screening today. Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in men and women in the United States, but there are several steps you can…

Three ways your PCP can make your life easier (and healthier).
If you’re healthy overall, or if you already visit specialists for different medical conditions, you might not have a primary care provider (PCP). And while passing up primary care – and skipping your annual physical – might seem like it…

You make time for everyone else. Now it’s your turn.
Schedule your cervical screening and put your health first. When someone you care about needs something, you’re always there for them. Now, it’s time to be that person for yourself and schedule the screening that could actually save your life….