Posted on: 07th Jul 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
As millions of people across the globe social distance and self-quarantine to help prevent further spread of the novel coronavirus, kids and families can help save lives by getting active at home. With 55 million students in the United States affected by school closures, teachers, families and kids are incorporating options like UNICEF Kid Power into daily at-home schedules. A free program, the platform hosts a library of interactive dance, yoga and learning videos featuring WWE Superstars, DreamWorks characters and... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 25th Jun 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
As stay-at-home orders ease, many families are eager to get out of the house and hit the road for a summer trip. However, vacation will most likely look different this year as families looking to get away may stay closer to home and take extra precautions. Make your summer travel plans safe and successful with these tips. Destination: Taking a road trip allows you to avoid crowded airports or public transportation hubs and bring your own food and groceries. A... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 23rd Jun 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
Dr. Ken Cohen, CMO of New West Physicians talks with KOA on how to travel safely this summer. If you are thinking about traveling away from your local community, ask: Is COVID-19 spreading where you’re going? You can get infected while traveling. Is COVID-19 spreading in your community? Even if you don’t have symptoms, you can spread COVID-19 to others while traveling. Source CDC.GOV
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Read MorePosted on: 18th Jun 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
For many American workers, how they do their jobs dramatically changed with the spread of COVID-19. Some have shifted to working from home while others moved to part-time or reduced hours. With uncertainty abound, now’s a good time to take stock of your physical and mental health and familiarize yourself with the resources available from your employer. As part of a report on mental health, employee benefits company Unum found nearly three-quarters (74%) of working adults feel big life events... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 16th Jun 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
Engage Virtually Tips for keeping older adults connected Connection and a sense of community can be critical to well-being as people continue to distance and isolate. It can be challenging, especially for older adults, but there are ways to engage, explore and unwind. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, so choose a few things that suit you and commit to them. Remember to pay attention to your social and mental health while taking care of your physical health, and consider... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 11th Jun 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
Through a continual focus on the mission to enhance the physical, mental and spiritual health of patients by delivering primary care with a coordinated, patient-centered approach, New West Physicians has been a leader for over 25 years improving the quality of patients’ lives. Every year, Americans suffer more than 1.5 million heart attacks and strokes. Know and use the ABCS to improve your heart health and reduce your risk. A: Take aspirin as directed by your health care professional. Ask... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 20th May 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, Healthy Aging
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Read MorePosted on: 11th May 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
Dr. Ken Cohen, Chief Medical Officer of New West Physicians is interviewed by Vicente Arenas of FOX31 and Channel 2 about safety precautions as people return to work. DENVER (KDVR) — As Denver’s stay-at-home order expires and is replaced by “Safer at Home” guidelines, businesses are preparing to reopen safely and shoppers are preparing to shop safely. But how do you remain safe while shopping? Doctors say there’s no way to completely protect yourself from COVID-19, but there... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 06th May 2020 | Posted in: News
New West Physicians is proud to honor our nurses during Nurses week May 6-12th. We are very fortunate to have so many dedicated and talented nurses across our organization! Nurses are integral to our care teams and play truly special roles in fulfilling our mission to help patients live healthier lives. Their hard work, skill, commitment and compassion make nurses the “heart of health care.” We are especially grateful for our nurses this National Nurses Week (May 6-12) as they... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 27th Apr 2020 | Posted in: News
Dr. Salim Rezaie of REBEL Cast interviews Dr. Chernaik about COVID-19, Thrombosis, and Anticoagulation Early reports have shown that COVID-19 is most likely causing a hypercoagulable state, however the prevalence of acute VTE and exactly how to treat it is an evolving area. Limited data suggest pulmonary microvascular thrombosis may play a role in progressive respiratory failure. However, most evidence is limited to small retrospective trials. As we wait for more evidence, clinical decisions have to made at the bedside... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 24th Apr 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, News
(CBS4) – As a senior medical director for a nationwide health care delivery company, Evergreen-based internist Dr. Kenneth Cohen has been closely watching developments regarding hydroxychloroquine, a medication used to treat malaria, lupus and arthritis but more recently showing some promise for treating coronavirus. Cohen says based on three new small studies, he is now recommending his hospital doctors not use hydroxychloroquine, also known as plaquenil, for patients suffering from COVID-19. Read the full story:https://denver.cbslocal.com/2020/04/23/coronavirus-hydroxychloroquine-colorado-plaquenil-studies-kenneth-cohen/
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Read MorePosted on: 17th Apr 2020 | Posted in: News
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Read MorePosted on: 07th Apr 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, Healthy Aging
With a lot of parents facing the challenge of keeping housebound kids happy and healthy, this is the perfect time to teach kids the basics of nutrition and eating right. Consider these simple suggestions from Melanie Marcus, MA, RD, health and nutrition communications manager for Dole Food Company. Healthy Snack Time Taste Tests – Sometimes it feels like kids can snack all day long on easy-to-grab crackers, chips or cookies. Next time they reach into the snack pantry, try... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 19th Mar 2020 | Posted in: News
Following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this document has been updated as of March 19, 2020. For the latest information about COVID-19 including how it spreads, prevention and treatment, and symptoms, visit the CDC’s website. What is the coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause illness in both animals and people. The 2003 SARS outbreak, also known as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, is a well-known coronavirus. In January of 2020, the World Health... View Article
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Many times the hectic pace of life makes it difficult to do the things we need to do for ourselves. Whether it is time alone, meditation, reading, personal growth, or anything else that fills you up, taking the time for self-care is an important activity that should not be ignored. NURTURE YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH YOURSELF Many people are driven so much by things such as money, success, recognition, even caring for others such as family and friends, that they forget... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 17th Mar 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, News
Coronavirus (COVID-19) If you turn on the TV, pick up a newspaper or go on the Internet, you’ll likely hear news about the Coronavirus outbreak. The new virus was officially reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) on Jan. 9. Coronavirus has symptoms similar to a respiratory illness, including fever, cough, and shortness of breath – and in some cases can cause death. So far, cases have been reported across parts of China and several other countries, including confirmed cases... View Article
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