Coronary artery disease (CAD), also referred to as coronary heart disease,  is one of the conditions that falls under the general umbrella of “heart disease.” It is the most common form of heart disease, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention more than 370,000 people die each year from CAD. CAD develops […]

Atrial fibrillation, often referred to as “AFib,” is a common heart condition. The condition on its own is not usually life-threatening, but if left untreated the side-effects could be life threatening. AFib is characterized by an irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase your risk of stroke, heart failure and other heart-related health […]

Heart failure is a serious health condition that affects about 5.7 million Americans and is a contributing cause to approximately one in every nine deaths annually. Contrary to what the name may suggest, “heart failure” does not mean that the heart has stopped working. In reality, heart failure occurs when the muscles of the heart weaken […]

Immunizations are an important part of preventive care for everybody, but it is common for many people to believe “shots” are primarily a concern for children. Getting vaccinated can help to keep people, families and even entire communities healthy and safe. In particular, vaccines are important for older adults. Our immune systems get weaker as […]

As people age, memory issues and dementia become more common, and for 5.7 million people in the US those memory issues come in the form of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, and is characterized by regressive changes in memory, mood and behavior. The onset of symptoms is usually slow, but […]

One of the most common chronic conditions in the US is diabetes – a disease in which blood sugar levels (blood glucose) is too high and the body does not make enough (or any) insulin to help regulate it. The pancreas is responsible for creating the insulin hormone, which helps glucose from food make it […]

Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, affects more than 30 million adults in the US. It is sometimes referred to as degenerative joint disease, and it occurs when soft tissue at the end of the bone wear away. Osteoarthritis tends to affect weight-bearing joints like the knees, hip and spine, but the condition can […]

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to mistakenly attack the joints. This creates inflammation and leads to a thickening of the synovium, which is the tissue that lines the inside of the joints that is responsible for lubricating them and facilitating smooth movement. This inflammation and thickening ultimately leads to […]

Arthritis is a very common condition for people in the United States. By conservative estimates, about 54 million adults and 300,000 babies and children in the U.S. have doctor-diagnosed arthritis. The National Arthritis Foundation estimates that by 2040 arthritic conditions will affect 71 million people – making it a significant healthcare burden for many people […]

Arthritis is the number one health condition affecting geriatric patients older than 65. Arthritis occurs when there’s an inflammation of one or more of the joints. The condition affects more than half of senior patients and is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. Joint pain and stiffness are the tell-tale sign of arthritis, […]