Posted on: 20th Sep 2018 | Posted in: Blog
Breast cancer. It is a simple phrase representing a complex journey thousands of women travel each year. Even during October, when Breast Cancer Awareness Month brings attention to the disease, many people don’t realize breast cancer is not just one disease; it’s extremely complex and classified into different types. Understanding the many types of breast... View Article
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Posted on: 18th Sep 2018 | Posted in: Blog, In The News
New West Physicians’ Dr. Jonathan Zonca is interviewed on ‘Mile High Magazine’ – KYGO-FM* Denver, CO. He provides information and advice about back-to-school health and wellness. Everyone wants their kids to be able to do their best in school, but today’s schools often have lunchrooms filled with poor food choices, vending machines full of high-sugar... View Article
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Posted on: 13th Sep 2018 | Posted in: Blog
The health community has long praised the benefits of vitamins and nutrients derived from natural sources. For those looking to improve their health or take preventative measures, these 10 natural super foods can be incorporated into your daily diet to help support your health: Green Tea – Armed with a special type of antioxidants called... View Article
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Posted on: 11th Sep 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
When you’re young, an injury from a fall may sideline you for a few days or weeks, but a full recovery is usually quick. As you get older, the consequences of falls can become more serious, setting up a sequence of events that can have longstanding implications on independence and health. It doesn’t have to... View Article
Tags: bloodpressure, denver, Falls, health, newwestphysicians
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Posted on: 06th Sep 2018 | Posted in: Blog, In The News
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Posted on: 04th Sep 2018 | Posted in: Blog, In The News
Millions of people with Medicare will receive new, more secure Medicare cards in the mail in 2018. The new cards replace Social Security Number-based Medicare numbers with a new, unique, personalized Medicare Number, known as the Medicare Beneficiary Identifier. Each person with Medicare will have his or her own number. The cards will be mailed... View Article
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Posted on: 30th Aug 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
Fall is notorious for comfort foods like pumpkin spice lattes and game day nachos. Combine these tempting seasonal staples with darker, shorter days and it can be hard to maintain an active mindset. Despite the enticement to indulge, you can keep your active lifestyle going or even kick off a new fitness regime. This year,... View Article
Tags: diabetes, health, healthyeating, newwestphysicians
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Posted on: 23rd Aug 2018 | Posted in: Blog
With all the stress of a new school year, it can be difficult for students to readjust to a healthy routine, but many experts agree that sleep is among the most important parts of that routine. Numerous studies demonstrate that children who sleep better learn better. While you’re busy shopping for pencils, book bags and... View Article
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Posted on: 16th Aug 2018 | Posted in: Blog, In The News
It’s not always easy to make the transition from family road trips, backyard barbecues and longer days to school bus pickups, homeroom assignments and school supply lists. These tips can help get your busy household organized and make the transition easier to ensure your kids look and feel their best when they head back to... View Article
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Posted on: 14th Aug 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
For millions of school-age children in the United States, each day begins – and ends – with a bus ride. While the school bus is the safest way to travel to and from school, according to the National Association of Pupil Transportation (NAPT), it’s important for parents to teach their children how to stay safe... View Article
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Posted on: 07th Aug 2018 | Posted in: Blog, In The News
5280 Magazine has released its annual listing of the metro area’s “Top Docs” — a group of physicians voted as best in their field by their colleagues throughout Colorado. This year, seven New West Physicians doctors received the top honor. All of the physicians are part of New West Physicians, the largest primary care medical... View Article
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Posted on: 30th Jul 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
Compliments of Kidshealth.org A sports physical exam helps determine whether it’s safe for you to participate in a particular sport. Most states actually require that kids and teens have a sports physical before they can start a new sport or begin a new competitive season. The two main parts of a sports physical are the... View Article
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Posted on: 24th Jul 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
Melissa Coomes, M.D. New West Physicians Broomfield Throughout my career as a physician, I have worked to blend various evidence-based treatment methods optimize health for each individual patient. I focus heavily on healthy lifestyle education, emphasizing nutrition, physical activity and stress reduction through mindfulness. I have additional training in integrative medicine and most recently have... View Article
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Posted on: 19th Jul 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
How to prevent caregiver burnout While caring for an older family member – whether it be a spouse, parent or grandparent – can be a rewarding experience, it can also be a difficult and overwhelming task. This is especially true if your loved one lives with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related illnesses. Whether it’s out... View Article
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Posted on: 17th Jul 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
Ken Cohen, MD, FACP Chief Medical Officer Your spine is a column of 25 vertebrae all stacked upon one another. They are each separated by cartilage cushions and supported by groups of muscles that help to stabilize the spine. When the muscles become weak from lack of exercise or injury, or when the cartilage begins... View Article
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Posted on: 06th Jul 2018 | Posted in: Blog
While summer is the perfect time for kids to take advantage of days spent away from the classroom, remember not to put valuable skills, like reading, on the backburner. In fact, research estimates that 1-2 months of learning loss can occur during the summer months. To help your child maintain his or her reading level... View Article
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Posted on: 03rd Jul 2018 | Posted in: Blog
5 Summer Outdoor Entertaining Tips The fourth of July brings plenty of opportunities to enjoy time outdoors entertaining family and friends. The key to a successful fourth is simplicity: keep things easy so you can enjoy the festivities right along with your guests. Make this year’s barbecues, picnics and family gatherings events to remember with... View Article
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Posted on: 28th Jun 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
When you or a family member is sick or injured, we want to help you access the right care at the right place. Call us first, even after hours, and we’ll help you determine where to go. A New West physician can be contacted 24/7, 365 days a year.
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Posted on: 26th Jun 2018 | Posted in: Blog
If you’re a male over the age of 45, chances are you may be suffering from a condition more common than prostate cancer – benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). More commonly known as enlarged prostate, BPH can cause bothersome urinary symptoms that can worsen with age. In fact, nearly 40 million men in the... View Article
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Posted on: 21st Jun 2018 | Posted in: Blog, In The News
In The News Dr. Kenneth Cohen, MD, FACP, Chief Medical Officer talks about designing evidence-based spine care The current model of spine care is seriously flawed. It does not provide adequate clinical outcomes for a large portion of patients. Moreover, for most patients it is a “passive system” that does not actively engage... View Article
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