As we age, most of us develop health issues. Along the way we may visit a specialist to handle each of these issues: for example, a cardiologist to treat hypertension and a gastroenterologist to...
Dr. Deborah Jones
Six ways to help speed your recovery after surgery
Healing after surgery always takes time. But, there are things you can do or not do to help speed your recovery after surgery. And, yes the most basic five are ones that will not comes as a...
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...
Five tips for talking to the people you love about their health
Many of us want to help our parents or other people we love as they age. But, we have no idea how to help. For sure, engaging them in conversation is already a big help. If you want to talk to your...
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...
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...
Four questions to ask yourself about your primary care doctor
I’ve explained the many reasons it’s important to have a good primary care doctor (PMD). Once you have one the next question is, how can you know if your PMD meets your needs? Most of us trust...
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...
Six tips for helping your loved one change unhealthy behaviors
About half of illness and premature death in the U.S. stems from unhealthy behavior that many of us wish we could change–habits such as smoking, being a couch potato, playing too many video...