Topic: Wellness
Lactose Intolerance in African Americans
Three out of four African Americans are lactose intolerant. Lactose intolerance means that if you drink milk, eat yogurt, have cheese, or any other dairy-based product in large amounts, your digestive system will have difficulty digesting it. Most people report…
The health and social issues with tattoos
Almost half of people between 18 and 35 have tattoos, and almost one in four regrets it, according to a 2016 Harris Poll. Based on an estimate of about 60 million people in that age group, that would mean that…
Sleep Differences in African Americans
There are racial disparities in sleep with African Americans having a shorter sleep duration, a harder time falling asleep, and a tendency to wake up more easily after falling asleep. There is also a decreased ability to phase shift African Americans…
Smoking is an Addiction
Smoking isn't a habit, Smoking is an addiction. As I encounter tobacco smokers in my practice, my family, and in the community, one supreme issue comes through: smoking for these "hold-outs" despite smoke-free practices, taxes, and in-your-face campaigns is smoking is an…
DNR Code Status Explained
One of the more difficult tasks in your life is deciding a "DNR code status" for yourself or, worse yet, a loved one. DNR is short for Do Not Resuscitate which basically means 'do not attempt to bring me back to…
Medicare Annual Preventive Health Exam
If you are 65 years or older, you are entitled to a Medicare annual preventive health exam that is covered at no additional cost. During this visit, we will review your social and medical history including family risks, tobacco and…
New Diabetic?
You were just told that you have diabetes; now, what do I do? I produced a video ten years ago to explain the fundamentals. It's missing some of the newer medicines that have really helped with control, but it's still…
