Considerations for Cholesterol
Cholesterol screening is a common part of routine blood tests during wellness checks with your primary care provider. But what exactly is cholesterol? What’s the di...
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – Talk to Your PCP or Urologist About Getting Screened
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. The Ame...
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The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time
When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for feedback. We step on, see a number, and let it dictate our mood, o...
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Respiratory Virus Season is Coming – Prepare by Making Sure Your Vaccines are Up-to-Date
By Mike Hori, MD, Medical Director for Valley’s Infectious Disease Clinic Winter respiratory viral infection season will soon be upon us. Many types of viruses can c...
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An Update on Mpox from a Valley Infection Preventionist
In recent years, mpox has emerged as a public health concern, with outbreaks drawing increased attention. In this Q&A, we talk with Valley Infection Preventionist Amelia...
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Valley Eats – Low Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers
What’s for dinner? These bell peppers are quick to assemble and are stuffed with flavor! INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS Serves 4. Each pepper is 323 calories, 18 grams ca...
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Quench Your Thirst for Health: Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Staying Hydrated!
Staying hydrated is a well-known concept, but research shows about 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Dehydration happens when you lose more fluids than you tak...
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Tips for Safe Swimming This Summer
Summer brings the sun and warmer weather, which is perfect for swimming in pools, lakes, rivers, and ponds. Swimming is so much fun, and great exercise, but it can also b...
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Valley Eats – Mediterranean Diced Salad
Keep your kitchen cool by making low-heat meals like this delicious gluten-free summer salad! Ingredients DirectionsDrain and rinse chickpeas and put in a large mixing bo...
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The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity
Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure we age gracefully and stay healthy is through strength training? Strength training, also known as resistance training, in...
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