Your Trusted Guide to Better Health Presented by Clinica Medica Familiar Providing practical health information to help you and your family live healthier, happier lives. Men: These Health Screenings Could Save Your Life Many men believe that if they feel healthy, they don't need to see a doctor. Unfortunately, some of the most serious health [...]
Movement can be medicine, and staying active is especially helpful for relieving arthritis-related joint pain and stiffness. But when your joints already ache, it's understandable that exercise may feel like the last thing you want to do. The good news is that there are ways to get the movement you need to manage arthritis while avoiding soreness [...]
Osteoporosis: Protecting Your Bones as You Age Bone Loss, Fracture Risk, and Prevention Strategies As we grow older, many of us focus on heart health, blood sugar, and blood pressure—but one important area is often overlooked: our bones. Osteoporosis is a common condition that quietly weakens bones over time, making them fragile and more likely [...]
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Symptoms, Causes, and When to See a Doctor Urinary tract infections, often called UTIs, are one of the most common infections seen in medical offices. They occur when bacteria enter the urinary system and begin to multiply. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Most infections involve the [...]
Shingles: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Vaccine That Can Help Prevent It Shingles is a painful skin condition caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After a person recovers from chickenpox, the virus does not leave the body. Instead, it remains inactive in the nerves and can reactivate years later, causing shingles. Shingles most commonly [...]
Dementia vs. Normal Aging: 10 Warning Signs Families Should Know Many people worry about memory loss as they grow older. It is normal to occasionally forget a name, misplace your keys, or walk into a room and forget why you went there. These types of small memory lapses are a common part of aging. However, [...]
How Exercise Can Reduce Dementia Risk Benefits can include improved blood flow and reduced chronic inflammation More than 7 million Americans live with some form of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, according to a 2025 report from the Alzheimer’s Association. There is no cure for dementia and given the rapid aging of the U.S. population, finding [...]
Stay Merry, Not Miserable The holiday season brings joy, celebration, and — let’s face it — temptation. From pumpkin pies to tamales, from mashed potatoes to festive drinks, it’s easy to overindulge and forget that moderation keeps us feeling our best. This year let’s create a Holiday Game Plan to protect our health without losing [...]
Knowledge is Power — Screenings Save Lives October reminds us that prevention truly begins with awareness. Across the country, this month shines a spotlight on two of the most common cancers affecting women and men — breast cancer and prostate cancer — and the power of early detection to save lives. Breast Cancer Awareness Breast [...]
September often means a shift into overdrive. School schedules, work demands, shorter daylight hours — it’s easy to feel stressed, irritable, or drained. Sleep suffers, mood dips, and “just being tired” can spiral into something more serious if ignored. This is the month to press reset. Why It Matters Chronic stress raises cortisol, linked to [...]
