YOUR GUIDE TO HEALTHY LIVING
We’ve provided the following links section to help your family
remain happy and healthy! If you have any other questions of need to schedule an appointment, contact us today!
CDC - Center for Disease Control of the US Government
General
- Health Library– A Resource from Vivacare
- Web Sources for Patient Education Handouts
- CDC Site (Center for Disease Control of the US Government)
- Doctors Dig
- Medline Plus
- UpToDate for Patients
- Urgent Care Centers
Patient Portal with MEDENT our Electronic Medical Records System (EMR).
BROWSE THE FOLLOWING TOPICS
Aging
- FREE Educational Programs on Aging-Related Topics Caregiving, housing, legal, and professional assistance, by Albany Guardian Society
- Umbrella of the Capital District
- An organization that provides senior citizens and people with disabilities with lower rates for handyman services. This way, they can live independently and comfortably within their homes.
- National Institute on Aging
Research and education on aging by the U.S. Department of Health - Top caregiving challenges - AARP
- Preventing Alzheimer's Disease - The six pillars of prevention: Regular exercise, Social engagement, Healthy diet, Mental stimulation,, Quality sleep, Stress management
Antibiotic Use
- Six Simple Facts About Antibiotics Use by the U.S. Center for Disease Control
- Virus or Bacteria - What has got you sick? Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections. Viral illnesses cannot be treated with antibiotics. When an antibiotic is not prescribed, ask your healthcare professional for tips on how to relieve symptoms and feel better. Info. From CDC.gov/get smart
Cholesterol
Cord Blood Banking
Domestic Violence
- Do you know that your relationships affect your mental and physical health? Find out if your relationships are Healthy? Unhealthy? or Abusive?
- How to stay safe
- Relationships 101
Enterovirus (Non-Polio)
- Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Exercise
First Aid Kit
Flu
- Influenza
- Symptoms, risks, prevention techniques and Vaccines
Heart Health
- What is Heart Disease?
- What You Need To Know About High Blood Cholesterol
- Dash Diet - The most successful diet for preventing hypertension and controlling weight
Pneumonia
- Prevention and Treatment - John Hopkins Hospital
- Prevention - CDC
Smoking
Stress Management
- Effects of Stress – Physical, Mental and Social
- Counting Breaths Meditation
A simple practice to prevent and relieve stress - Root out stress and cultivate happiness
Urgent Care Centers
Weight Loss
