What’s the first step in the advance care planning process? Choose an advocate, also called a health care agent. This person would speak for you if you couldn’t speak for yourself. This should be someone who: • Knows you well • Is calm in a crisis • Understands how you would make the... View Article
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Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day! It’s never too early to make a plan for your future. Advance care planning is for everybody If an accident or sudden illness leaves you unable to speak for yourself, your loved ones won’t know what you want without an advance care plan. This may seem overwhelming but... View Article
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Blood clots can affect anyone and may lead to significant health problems, but some people are at higher risk for life-threatening blood clots. One in four people worldwide die of conditions caused by blood clots, also known by the medical term “thrombosis.” In fact, thrombosis is the third leading vascular diagnosis after heart attack and... View Article
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Every year, about 1 in 5 adults in the United States experiences a mental illness and 1 in 25 lives with a serious mental illness that substantially interferes with or limits at least one major life activity. Mental illness is a top cause of worker disability in the U.S. and 62 percent of missed work... View Article
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Join us with Ken Cohen MD, FACP of New West Physicians as he’ll be speaking at @AmerPhysGrps‘ #APGAC19 (April 11-13). He’ll be talking about “What’s next in Optimal Care – Combining Evidence and Technology to Drive Quality and Eliminate Low-Value Care”: https://bit.ly/2TVqPpd #APGAC19
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Looking forward to next week and the @AmerPhysGrps Annual Conference 2019- Learn the latest in Optimal Care – Combining Evidence and Technology to Drive Quality and Eliminate Low-Value Care. Come visit with Ken Cohen MD, FACP of New West Physicians Combining Evidence and Technology to Drive Quality and Eliminate Low-Value Care Dr.... View Article
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Read MoreOftentimes, seeking to improve your health starts at your core – your heart. One common condition to be aware of is atrial fibrillation (AFib), which is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications. Currently impacting up to 6.1 million Americans, AFib is projected to... View Article
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A diagnosis of a chronic condition such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, cancer, or diabetes can bring a swirl of thoughts and emotions. There may be relief at finding an explanation for bothersome symptoms, but that relief is often quickly overshadowed by insurance issues, financial concerns, and worry about the future. If you’ve recently... View Article
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Read MoreJoin us with Ken Cohen MD, FACP of New West Physicians in exploring Optimal Care – Combining Evidence and Technology to Drive Quality and Eliminate Low-Value Care at @AmerPhysGrps Annual Conference. Exploring Optimal Care Dr. Kenneth Cohen is an experienced physician leader, practicing internist, and researcher who has attained national recognition for health... View Article
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How families can manage inflammatory bowel diseases For a parent of a child diagnosed with a chronic illness, the future can be scary and overwhelming. Assembling a medical team and beginning to formulate a treatment plan, even becoming familiar with a glossary of new terminology, can be taxing. Resources are available to help families... View Article
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Read MoreThere’s more to managing your money than paying your bills and successfully avoiding overdraft charges (although those are definitely steps in the right direction). Effectively managing your money takes time and planning, but the payoff may be a stronger financial future. Create a budget. Some people avoid making a monthly budget because they think... View Article
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3 Tips for a Successful 2019 and Beyond The demands of today’s always-connected culture can make finding balance in life nearly impossible. Between work, school and extracurricular activities, schedules can be crazy, and setting aside time to exercise is often difficult. For Performance Enhancement Specialist Emily Hutchins, balance is key to seeing hard work turn... View Article
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Read MoreSimple Ways to be Heart Smart Discover recipes chock-full of heart-healthy pecans Sometimes making small changes can have a positive impact on your health – including heart health – like drinking more water, taking the stairs instead of the escalator and adding nutritious ingredients to your snacks and meals. Incorporating nutritious ingredients is an easy... View Article
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Cutting Down on Cooking Time You may be spending too much time in the kitchen and not enough time enjoying meals with loved ones. However, simple solutions like Perdue Fresh Cuts can make it easier to prep and clean up meals using chicken, saving you up to 30 minutes. For more information, visit perdue.com/freshcuts. SOURCE:... View Article
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5 Ways Pets Make Life Happier and Healthier More than 84 million U.S. homes have a pet, according to the National Pet Owners Survey, and in many of those homes, pets are a big part of the family. However, there are several barriers that can prevent people from spending time with their furry friends, including... View Article
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Throw a Shamrockin’ St. Patrick’s Day Party With Irish Classics and Green-Tinted Treats It doesn’t take the Luck o’ the Irish to throw a great St. Patrick’s Day party. These tips and recipes will help you throw a festive celebration you’ll enjoy as much as your guests — including make-ahead corned beef and a minty-green... View Article
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A Tasty Take on Trendy Toast While many food trends come and go, some desired food traits seemingly never go out of style. For example, dishes that provide nutritional benefits will pretty much always be popular, along with types of foods that can be customized to match personalized preferences and tastes. Toast is a versatile... View Article
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Cutting Through ‘Wellness Confusion’ to Find Real Weight Loss The secret is out – Americans are no longer in the dark about healthy eating. A report commissioned by Jenny Craig revealed 92 percent of people believe they know the right foods to eat. However, despite increased awareness, more than half of Americans admit they make... View Article
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Colorado Conversation Show heard on KXKL-FM; KIMN-FM; KKSE-FM; KKSE-AM in Denver interview with host Melanie Rutledge and guest Dr. Todd Wisser, an internal medicine physician with New West Physicians practicing in Evergreen Colorado: Tips for Setting and Achieving Goals for a Healthier New Year. Now that the dust has settled on another hectic holiday season,... View Article
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A Winning Spread for the Big Game Big-game watch parties call for big-game snacks, but that doesn’t have to mean complicated recipes or hours spent in the kitchen. Small bites and hearty dips made with real ingredients can be easy to prepare, and make an impressive spread that guests can enjoy from opening kickoff to... View Article
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A Keto-Friendly Approach to Weight Loss A growing number of health-conscious consumers are pursuing a keto lifestyle and products in their pursuit of health benefits, weight loss and improved performance. If you’re considering a keto diet but not sure where to begin, these tips can help get you on the right track: Understand what the... View Article
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Fight the Cold with Better-for-You Comfort Foods Few things go together quite like cold weather and comfort foods. However, those hearty dishes that are typically craved on blustery days are usually not classified as “healthy.” With the right approach, though, you can put a better-for-you twist on some of your favorite dishes that can keep... View Article
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Put a Healthy Twist on Your Favorite Foods Whether it’s a simple date night at home or a weeknight meal for the entire family, finding inter-culinary balance between everyone at the table can sometimes be difficult. However, when at least one party is willing to make dietary changes to benefit a loved one, serving up... View Article
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5 Ways to Raise a Confident, Adventurous Child From taking steps toward the stairs to learning that bubbles don’t taste good, exploration is a part of development for babies and young children. While it’s an exciting time, it also can be coupled with anxiety and hesitation as parents find themselves saying “no” or jumping in... View Article
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3 Steps to a Healthier You Starting a diet or diving headfirst into a workout plan may be the first steps to enhancing your personal health, but once you’ve started down the path to better fitness and nutrition, it’s important to find ways to stay on track. Instead of burning yourself out on a diet... View Article
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5 Dermatologist tips for winter skincare Conquer winter itch with dermatologist tips (BPT) – The chill, the dryness, the itch: As temperatures drop, winter can wreak havoc on your skin. Fortunately, you can fight winter’s wrath by taking a few smart, proactive steps. Winter skin woes are common, with 83 percent... View Article
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Adventurous Travel for the Winter Season There is something about the winter months that seems to awaken a sense of wanderlust in many people. Whether it’s the need for an escape from the bitter, drab conditions or a desire for a break from the hectic schedule that often accompanies the season, carving out time to... View Article
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Kick Off the New Year with 8 Better-for-You Recipes A commitment to eating better-for-you foods and living a healthier lifestyle in the new year doesn’t need to break the bank. To help achieve a more nutritious routine without blowing your budget, consider a one-stop shop like ALDI for high-quality, affordable ingredients to incorporate into better-for-you... View Article
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Take Holiday Hosting to the Next Level It can be easy to impress your holiday guests without overdoing it in the kitchen by putting to use recipes that require little time to prep. After all, those precious moments with loved ones are meant for reflection and conversation, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle... View Article
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Combatting Cold and Flu Season When temperatures drop, the risk for illness, such as colds and the flu, rises. Each year, millions of Americans suffer from symptoms ranging from coughing, sneezing and congestion to aches, fevers and vomiting that can leave them feeling less than 100 percent. While you may not be able to avoid... View Article
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