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Whether you’re a weekend warrior, high school athlete, or training for your next marathon, managing asthma during physical activity requires some planning. For athletes with asthma, inhalers are often part of the treatment plan. While an inhaler helps you breathe better during practice and games, it may also help you...
Prescription medications are helpful tools for managing chronic health conditions like diabetes and hypertension. However, it’s important to take the right kinds of medication at the right time and at an effective dose to get the most benefits. At MS Family Medicine Health Care in Mineola and Rosedale, New York,...
Menopause is a natural stage of life, but the transition can bring uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. While some women navigate menopause with little discomfort, others experience more severe symptoms that disrupt their daily lives. Hormone therapy is an effective treatment for menopause symptoms, but...
Type 2 diabetes affects more than 10% of people in the United States and is a risk factor for other serious health conditions like heart disease, neuropathy (nerve damage), and kidney disease. Unfortunately, you can’t reverse type 2 diabetes, but you can put it in remission. At MS Family Medicine...
It might not cross your mind to make an appointment with your doctor when you’re feeling well. However, an annual physical is one of the best steps you can take to maintain good health and prevent illness. At MS Family Medicine Health Care in Mineola and Rosedale, New York, our...
“Good” and “bad” cholesterol are terms you may hear when your doctor goes over your lipid profile results (cholesterol blood test) at your annual physical exam. But what does that mean? Your doctor explains they want you to get your cholesterol to less than 200 to lower your risk of...
You can’t feel high blood pressure, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore it. When left untreated, high blood pressure damages your blood vessels and organs, putting you at risk of other health problems like kidney disease, heart disease, and stroke. At MS Family Medicine Health Care in Mineola and...
Diabetes is a chronic disease, which means it’s with you for life. Having prediabetes increases your risk of type 2 diabetes, but it also gives you a chance to prevent it. November is National Diabetes Month and Dr. Michele Reed and our team of family medicine experts at MS Family...
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends women start having routine mammograms at 40. Are you ready to schedule your screening? In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Michele Reed and our team of skilled and compassionate medical professionals at MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in...
One out of 10 adults in the United States has high cholesterol. That means their total cholesterol is 240 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or higher. Ideally, your cholesterol should be 200 mg/dL or less. People with high cholesterol are at greater risk of heart disease. The problem is many people...
Nutrition has a significant influence on your health and well-being. Though you can find a ton of information about nutrition and health online, a lot of what you read may seem conflicting. Eat more fruits and vegetables, but don’t eat bananas, grapes, or potatoes. Eat more protein, but not red...
One out of four Americans admit to skipping their annual physical because they feel fine. But your yearly checkup with your doctor is something you don’t want to skip. This visit is the one that keeps you feeling fine. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden...
It’s true that time heals wounds, but some need a little professional help. If you have a cut or wound that doesn’t start healing within two weeks or fully heal within four weeks, you need to seek medical care. If you have diabetes, don’t wait. You need medical care right...
Depression is a disease like hypertension and diabetes. And like any disease, depression needs proper medical management. Like people with hypertension and diabetes, not everyone diagnosed with depression needs medication, but sometimes it’s necessary to manage your symptoms. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City,...
Estrogen is a sex hormone most often associated with reproductive health. But estrogen does more than control your menstrual cycle. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York, our medical director Michele Reed, DO, FAAFP, and her team specialize in wellness and preventive care....
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult and affects nearly 1.8 million people in New York. Asthma symptoms vary in severity and can change over time, but the goal of all asthma treatment plans is to reduce your risk of complications. At MS Family Medicine Health Care...
Every 33 seconds someone in the United States dies from heart disease, making it the leading cause of death in the US. Taking charge of your heart health can lower your risk of heart disease, increase your lifespan, and improve your quality of life. February is American Heart Month, and...
If you can’t feel it, it’s not a big deal, right? But there’s a reason high blood pressure is called the “silent killer.” You can’t feel high blood pressure, but that doesn’t mean it’s not harmful. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York,...
Has it been more than three years since your last Pap smear? Then, it’s time to schedule this important health screening. Regular Pap smears find cervical cancer during the early stages, improving your chances of a full recovery. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City,...
Getting regular exercise and eating a balanced diet benefits everyone. However, exercise and diet play a crucial role in managing diabetes. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York, Michele Reed, DO, FAAFP, and our team of skilled providers take a proactive approach to...
Anyone can develop breast cancer at any age. Though the risk increases with age, about 9% of new breast cancer cases occur in people younger than age 45. Breast cancer in younger women is more common in African American women, and it’s usually a more aggressive type. You can survive...
When you were a kid, going to the doctor meant getting shots. Now that you’re an adult, you may think you’re all done with shots. However, adults need vaccines, too. Are your immunizations up to date? At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York,...
If you have diabetes, you need to take care of your feet. Every 20 seconds, someone with diabetes gets their foot amputated because of complications from foot ulcers and other issues. Our team of primary care health professionals, led by Michele Reed, DO, FAAFP, at MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New...
Your primary care provider is the first person you call when you’re sick. But your primary care provider is responsible for caring for your total health. Your annual checkup gives your primary care provider an opportunity to check on your total health. The goal of your annual physical is to assess your...
Your food choices directly influence your health and well-being. Even making a few changes to what you eat can go a long way when it comes to your health. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in ROSEDALE AND GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK, our team, led by board-certified family medicine...
Telehealth has become a go-to option for many people in need of medical services. It’s convenient, private, and cost-effective. Are you considering telehealth? At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York, we use telehealth for a variety of services, from sick visits to medication refills to monitoring...
More than 37 million people in the United States have diabetes, and about 96 million are at high risk of developing diabetes. People with diabetes have too much glucose, also called sugar, in their blood. Glucose is the main source of energy for every cell in your body, and it...
Sleep is as vital to your health as food and water. Unfortunately, our modern culture has turned sleep into more of a luxury than a need. In fact, most of us have heard people brag that they only need a few hours of sleep. Health care professionals recommend that adults...
Your body is on 24/7. Even when you’re sleeping, your body is working. All this work requires energy. If life is leaving you feeling exhausted, you may be searching for a way to boost your energy. Fortunately, putting the pep back in your step may be easier than you think....
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men in the United States. A prostate exam is one of the screening tools for prostate cancer. Though prostate cancer is common, when you schedule your prostate exam depends on many factors. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale...
Dec. 1 is World AIDS Day. It’s the day when people worldwide unite to show support for those living with HIV, remember those they’ve lost, and fight to end the disease. This year, the theme is “Putting Ourselves to the Test: Achieving Equity to End HIV,” and the aim is...
The holiday season is here. For many people, that means family, fun, and food, and not necessarily in that order. If you have diabetes, you know how hard it can be to stick to a healthy eating plan when you’re surrounded by so many goodies. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in...
Having and beating breast cancer is a call for celebration. However, there’s always a risk of breast cancer recurrence, which is when breast cancer comes back after successful treatment. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York, our team, including our board-certified family medicine...
Many factors can contribute to a person’s weight, including genetics, family habits, ethnicity, and culture. Childhood obesity is a serious health issue in the United States. Unfortunately, many children who struggle with their weight continue their struggle into adulthood. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale and Garden City, New York, Michele...
For decades, immunizations, also called vaccinations, have been protecting people from getting seriously ill from common contagious diseases. It’s one of the most important tools you have for preventing illness. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, with New York offices in Rosedale and Garden City, our primary care experts, led by our medical...
Long wait times and short appointments. That’s the norm for most people these days when it comes to health care. But it doesn’t have to be that way. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, with New York offices in Rosedale and Garden City, our primary care specialists, led by medical director Michele Reed,...
You may look forward to the warmer weather when spring rolls around, but the itchy eyes and runny nose may have you wishing it was still winter time. Seasonal allergies can be hard to avoid, and the symptoms can make life miserable. But there’s no need to suffer. Getting care...
Obesity and diabetes are two distinct chronic health conditions. However, they’re both closely connected. Your risk of developing diabetes increases as your weight goes up. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, with New York City offices in Rosedale and Garden City, our team of family medicine practitioners, led by...
If you’re like most men of a certain age, you’re probably not feeling as chipper as you once were. In fact, you may feel downright fatigued. Your stamina is much lower, and when you climb into bed, well, your main interest these days is in getting your sleep. Many men...
Going to see your health care provider when you’re not sick may not be at the top of your to-do list, but it should be. Physicals and annual checkups may prevent you from getting sick. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, with New York City offices in Rosedale and...
High blood pressure affects nearly half of all adults in the United States, and only 25% of those people have their blood pressure under control. Also known as hypertension, high blood pressure is a chronic health problem that generally occurs without causing symptoms. Though, you may not have any physical...
Your energy level, mood, and metabolism are all influenced by your hormones. Though fatigue, irritability, and difficulty losing weight can be caused by a number of issues, these common problems can also be signs of a hormone imbalance. Before you dismiss your weight gain and low energy as an unfortunate...
How you live your life affects your health. An unhealthy lifestyle affects your quality of life and increases your risk of developing chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, with New York City offices in Rosedale and Garden City, we...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of adults, teens, and children in the United States have cholesterol levels that are too high. High cholesterol levels can increase your risk of developing heart disease. The good news is that no matter your age, you can lower your...
The internet makes it easy for you to get answers to almost all of your questions. However, when it comes to health and nutrition, your internet search may leave you feeling a bit overwhelmed. Instead of finding the answers you need, you may find yourself asking: Is fruit bad for...
When you’re in good health, you may not see the need for a regular physical exam. However, getting routine physicals from your primary care provider is the best way to stay in good health. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, with New York City offices in Rosedale and Garden...
Though a serious health condition, you can reverse prediabetes. In fact, being diagnosed with prediabetes may be the wake-up call you need to make lifestyle changes that improve your health and well-being. More importantly, your diagnosis may help you avoid developing full-fledged diabetes. Unlike prediabetes, diabetes is a chronic and...
Though pollen counts tend to be higher in the spring, that doesn’t mean you’re in the clear when summer hits. Allergies can strike at any time, and the summer weather brings out new allergens. If you continue to suffer from a stuffy, runny nose well into the warm summer months,...
This spring, the situation around the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change rapidly. We’re still learning more about how to treat and prevent this extremely contagious respiratory virus. Multiple safe and effective vaccines for COVID-19 protect more and more people in the United States every day from severe COVID-19, but variants...
The COVID-19 pandemic continues into 2021, but we now have safe and effective COVID-19 vaccination options. Vaccines are a strong tool in the fight against the novel coronavirus. You should plan on getting vaccinated for COVID-19 as soon as you’re eligible. People 16 and older are eligible in New York...
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in the United States. In addition to the millions who live with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, Around 84 million people in the US, or more than 1 in 3 adults, have prediabetes, the precursor for Type 2 diabetes. Many...
What other organ impacts as many systems in your body as your heart? Your heart circulates blood containing everything from nutrients to immune system elements throughout every corner of your body. That’s why maintaining strong heart health is so essential for your ongoing physical well-being. This February, for American Heart...
Even when you don't think you need to see a doctor, wellness exams are a proactive way for you to ensure that you stay healthy by having a dedicated medical team in your corner. Getting an annual physical at MS Family Medicine Health Care PC in Rosedale, Queens, and Garden...
Food and festivities seem to go hand in hand during the holidays. With parties, family gatherings, and office get-togethers, it’s easy to overindulge and possibly pack on a few extra pounds. At MS Family Medicine Health Care PC, our entire team at our offices in Rosedale and Garden City, New...