The beginning of the year is a great time for a fresh start — hence the reason almost half of all adults make New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, only two in ten people succeed in keeping these resolutions throughout the year. Why do so many people …
The holiday season is here! From happy hour hosting and gift shopping to traveling and family gatherings, it can feel hard to catch your breath. During this time of busyness, you may be sleeping less and exercising less, not to mention eating less healthfully. Taken …
Knowing your family health history plays an important role in your long-term health. For today’s blog post, let’s discuss why you should learn, share, and act on your family health history. Learn your family health history Although it may be awkward and difficult, it’s imperative …
At Platinum Primary Care, we believe that your annual exams play an important role in your overall health. Of course, healthy choices help to lower your risk of severe illness and even avoid many chronic diseases. That’s only a piece of the puzzle though. Getting …
In just a few weeks, we’ll celebrate the official start of fall. As you enjoy all of the goodness of this new season — from football and apple picking to pumpkin patches and Halloween fun! — it’s important to stay healthy so you can truly …
August is the unofficial end of summer in many places. As the first day of school approaches, you may be planning to squeeze in one more vacation. Whether traveling by car or plane, bus or boat, you might experience motion sickness. Motion sickness is a …
As we roll into July, you may be preparing for a summer vacation. Your focus is most likely on relaxing days at the beach, romantic date nights with your partner, or quality time with friends and family. But what do you do if you need …
Summer is the season of pool days, neighborhood barbecues, and beach vacations. Unfortunately, it’s also the season of mosquito bites, sunburns, and heat exhaustion. With these six tips for summer health and wellness, you can make the most of all things fun in the sun! …
As the weather heats up, you may notice more talk of fad diets and promises of quick weight loss than ever before. The truth is, long-term weight management takes time. You need to combine a nourishing, calorie-appropriate diet with increased physical activity. These simple changes …
It can be jarring to experience chest pain and not know the cause. It appears in many forms, varying from a short, sharp stab to a long-lasting, dull ache. It may travel up the neck and into the jaw, to the back or stomach, or …