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It sounds easy, but it will take a few tries before you get good at mindfulness meditation.Many of us find our minds dwelling on the past or worried about the future… See more Home Blood Pressure Monitors Help Lower Risk for Heart Attacks and Stroke By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES October 17, 2023 High blood pressure is major cause of premature death. It’s a primary risk factor for heart disease, the leading cause of death globally and the reason for about one-third of heart-related emergency department visits. High blood pressure can be very problematic because it usually doesn’t trigger… See more New Study Highlights Importance of Inflammation Marker By Dr. Andrea Klemes September 15, 2023 If you’ve taken part in the MDVIP Wellness Program, you may have had your blood tested for myeloperoxidase or MPO. It’s one of the tests that may be included when your doctor draws blood. MDVIP added this option so physicians would have an additional tool to better identify heart disease risk —… See more Men’s Screening and Preventive Tests in Your 40s, 50s and Beyond June 16, 2023 Lab work, screenings and tests may be a hassle, but they can save your life. You’ll notice that your doctor will order some tests during certain periods of your life, while others will be ordered every year. Here are the preventive screenings you’ll probably have during your life broken down… See more Clear Health Trends with Your Doctor By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP May 11, 2023 In the 1800s, nearly 200,000 Chinese immigrants came to the U.S. to work on the railroads. They brought with them Eastern medicine practices that dated back thousands of years including oil made from a Chinese water snake. The oil was used to treat the sore joints of workers after a long, grueling… See more 9 Ways to Lower Your Cancer Risk February 15, 2023 Some cancers cannot be prevented, and scientists continue to study why some people develop them and some don’t. But health experts at leading medical institutions agree that lifestyle choices play a huge part in lowering your risk. At the Harvard School of Public Health, scientists estimate that… See more How Can Preventive Care Reduces Healthcare Costs By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES March 29, 2022 For centuries, doctors and public health officials have pointed to Ben Franklin’s famous mantra, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Can you really save money by preventing disease?What is Preventive CarePreventive care detects serious diseases at an early stage, before any… See more How to Improve Communications with Your Primary Care Doctor By Dr. Andrea Klemes March 28, 2022 When the doctor-patient relationship works, patients experience better health outcomes. Research shows when patients are happier and reassured, they understand their health challenges and… See more Chronic Condition Management & How Personalized Healthcare Helps By Dr. Andrea Klemes March 28, 2022 What is Chronic Disease Management … See more What to Expect from a Telemedicine Appointment October 22, 2020 While telemedicine isn’t exactly new, some patients are experiencing virtual visits for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic. Why? Many primary care physicians and specialists are using telemedicine appointments in lieu of traditional in-office visits to keep patients, doctors and their… See more Load More Leave this field blank Our Philosophy & History Leadership Team Living Well Blog Brain Health Resources & Quiz Gut Health Resources & Quiz Body Fat Resources & Quiz Longevity Resources & Quiz Heart Health Resources & Quiz Men's Health Resources & Quiz Women's Health Resources & Quiz Press Room Careers MDVIP Foundation Partnerships Contact Us A Great Place to Work Company Mdvip Lead Form Sign Up for the Newsletter First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Number* (optional) Home ZIP Code I would like MDVIP to call me. I would like MDVIP to call me Send Message*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. 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