Dr. Deborah Jones

How to prepare for your doctor’s visit

Whether you’re in good health or poor health, in a separate post I explained why it’s important to have a good primary care doctor. And, I’ve provided four questions to help you know whether...

Ten tips for checking your blood pressure at home

Doctors are increasingly recommending that patients check their blood pressure at home to diagnose high blood pressure (hypertension) and make treatment decisions. Seeing the pattern of your blood...

How to soothe a sore throat

It is that time of year when many of us find ourselves with a sore throat. And, most of us are looking for some way to ease the symptoms, if not cure the sore throat altogether, ideally, without...

September: Healthy Aging Month

Did you know that September is Healthy Aging Month? Here are a few reminders on healthy aging for adults of any age. Stay connected to friends and family. Social bonds are important for physical and...