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Geriatric care is healthcare designed for older adults. It focuses on the full picture of aging, including chronic conditions, medications, mobility, memory, independence, safety, and quality of life. Unlike general care that may focus on one issue at a time, geriatric care looks at how different health needs connect. It can be especially helpful for […]

The Standard Approach to Primary Care Visits For many older adults, primary care is often built around a yearly checkup or annual wellness visit. Medicare Part B covers a yearly “Wellness” visit once every 12 months for eligible patients, and this visit is meant to help create or update a prevention plan based on current […]

Yes. Smoking can cause clogged arteries by damaging the blood vessels, increasing inflammation, raising blood pressure, and making it easier for plaque to build up inside the arteries.  Over time, this plaque can narrow the arteries and reduce blood flow to the heart, brain, legs, and other parts of the body. Many people ask, “does […]

Yes, vaping may contribute to artery problems over time. E-cigarettes and vape products can affect the lining of your blood vessels, increase inflammation, raise blood pressure, and make arteries less flexible. These changes may increase the risk of plaque buildup, blood clots, and cardiovascular disease. Vaping is often marketed as less harmful than traditional smoking, […]

Atherosclerosis of the aorta is a condition where plaque builds up in the walls of the aorta, the largest artery in your body. This plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol, and other substances that harden over time and narrow the artery. Atherosclerosis of the aorta is more commonly known as “hardening of the arteries”. […]

If you’ve been asking what is the difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian, you’re not alone. While the terms are often used interchangeably, they are not the same and choosing the right one can make a big difference in your health outcomes. The short answer: Understanding this difference helps you choose the right support, […]