David Gius, MD, assistant dean of research and professor with the Department of Radiation Oncology in theJoe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, and associate cancer director of translation research at the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, was quoted in this article. Read More
David Gius, MD, assistant dean of research and professor with the Department of Radiation Oncology in theJoe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, and associate cancer director of translation research at the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, was quoted in this article. Read More […]
David Gius, MD, assistant dean of research and professor with the Department of Radiation Oncology in the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, and associate cancer director of translation research at the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, was quoted in this article. Read […]
“The body is the car the brain gets to drive around in. To maintain your vehicle, you’ve got to check the tires, change the oil and fix what’s broken before it gets worse.” Alexander Shepherd, MD , a board-certified clinical pharmacologist and internist. He's been caring for male patients for more than 40 years and says it didn't take long for him to notice a pattern. “When men are young, they…, 1. Maintain healthy blood pressure, Busy lives leave less time for exercise and healthy cooking, which, when combined, can lead to weight gain. Being overweight can lead to high blood pressure , a major risk factor for developing heart disease. High blood pressure is usually asymptomatic, which means many men have high blood pressure without any symptoms. Check your blood pressure at least twice a year. If you get a high reading (…, 2. Watch your blood sugar levels, “Our primitive brain loves to eat, and it wants us to put on as much weight as possible to prepare us for times of famine," Shepherd warns. But, being overweight can make you resistant to your own insulin. This resistance signals the pancreas to begin creating more and more insulin, until it can't produce anymore, and that's when diabetes develops. Shepherd recommends receiving a Hemoglobin A1c…, 3. Control your cholesterol, Somewhat related to your diet, is the cholesterol level in your blood; although current studies have shown that genetics play a large role. Many men have high cholesterol and are not aware of it, leading to higher risks of having a cardiac event, like a heart attack. The goal is to have lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise good cholesterol (HDL). Even those with an entire ancestry with high…, 4. Stay in shape, Regular exercise paired with a good diet can help you maintain your health in more ways than we could list here. Luckily, Shepherd says you don’t have to spend hours in the “grunt” section of the gym to reap the benefits. Instead, you should develop a weekly cross-circuit program that’s easy for you to maintain and includes: •Aerobic/Cardio: Three days a week, complete 30 minutes of low-impact…, 5. Stress less and exercise your brain, Good brain health is a major factor in maintaining your total health. Shepherd says, “Brains are like biceps. Use them, or lose them.” What men do to keep their brains healthy varies from man to man. For instance, some men never worry, while others are constantly stressed. The main tip Shepherd offers is to, “get enough sleep, and use your vacation days. Make the time to do things you enjoy. Go…
Wear and tear on your joints is a natural part of aging and can even occur earlier in life due to injury, overuse, obesity or genetics. For more than 32.5 million Americans, this wear and tear eventually results in osteoarthritis and frequently it’s in the knees. Osteoarthritis is a condition where the flexible tissue between joints wears down, causing pain and stiffness. It is the most common…
With more than 390,000 Texans age 65 or older living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, and expected to increase nearly 30% by 2025, there is a pressing need for inclusive communities that support families touched by the degenerative diseases., Know the warning signs, Early intervention can slow the progression of degenerative diseases and extend quality of life. So it is important to talk to your primary care provider if you or your loved ones display signs of dementia . You can request an appointment online , or by calling 210-450-9000 ., ‘Dementia Friendly City’ proclamation urges inclusion, support, San Antonio was the third Texas city to earn the designation “Dementia Friendly City” by having a community grassroots effort working to welcome and support those with the condition, and provide helpful resources to caregivers. The designation is from the national nonprofit support organization Dementia Friendly America. On Oct. 4, San Antonio District 8 City Councilman Manny Pelaez presented a…, Numbers tell the story, The numbers from the proclamation explain the urgency:, - , There are 5.8 million people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States, and unless a cure is found, it is estimated that as many as 14 million will be affected by 2050. , - , Alzheimer’s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S. , - , More than 16 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, providing more than 18.5 billion hours of unpaid care, and in Texas, more than 1.4 million caregivers provide unpaid care valued at $20 billion. , - , The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that direct costs of caring for those with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. will reach $1 trillion by 2050. UT Health San Antonio is working to stem this tide through its Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases. The institute provides the latest evidence-based care, conducts research and educates the next generation of health…, utcaregivers.org/dementia-friendly-san-antonio/, where there also is a special video from Dementia Friendly America on ways to provide inclusive support for those living with the disease. Phone contact is Jennifer Brackett, MS, 210-450-8715 .
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, C, ongratulations to the Infusion Center at Mays Cancer Center for winning the FY23 Gold Shield Team Award., , The members recognized are: Amy Cantu, RN Melanie Rodriguez, RN Irene Lara, RN Katie Pollock, RN Lydia Willars, RN Ursula Caga, RN The following is a patient care experience that exemplifies why this team deserves this outstanding award and recognition: “A rapid response and EMS transport of a patient was performed in a fast and efficient manner. Using strong nursing judgement…
The expert care you know and trust is still available - now through live video., Video visits allow patients to have an appointment from home, or anywhere, using a computer, tablet or smart phone. Video visits are easy and convenient., To schedule your video visit, follow these three easy steps:, Step 1: Schedule your appointment, You may use your UT Health Physicians MyChart® account to request an appointment with a doctor you've already seen. Otherwise, call your doctor's office to request an appointment. You can search for a specific doctor or use this list of UT Health Physicians doctors’ offices to find a phone number., Step 2: Make sure you have access to your , UT Health Physicians MyChart® account, A MyChart® account is necessary for you to have a video visit. If you do not have a MyChart account , or need help logging in, let us know when you call. We will help you get set up. , Step 3: Prepare for your video visit, Before your appointment, review these instructions for your video visit. Instructions are a little different for a smart phone, tablet or computer. Call your doctor's office if you have any questions about your video visit. We're here to help. Many appointments can be done as a video visit, and most insurance plans cover telehealth/video visits, including Medicare. Call your insurance company…