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Find informative articles, expert insights, and practical advice on healthcare topics that matter most to you, written by St. Augustine, FL primary care physician Dr. Bryant Wilson. Our goal is to empower you to make informed decisions about your health and well-being.
Managing High Cholesterol: Key Points From an Internal Medicine Doctor
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in the blood, and it's an essential component of every cell in our body. It helps form cell membranes, produce certain hormones, and create substances that help digest food. However, when cholesterol levels get too high, it can lead to serious health problems, particularly cardiovascular disease. In this blog article, I’ll explain what cholesterol is, the risks of high cholesterol, how diet, exercise, and medication can help manage it, and why high cholesterol isn't just a result of what we eat—our bodies, particularly our liver, play a significant role in its production.
Cancer Screenings: Why They Matter and How They Can Save Your Life
Cancer screenings are essential tools in detecting cancer early, often before symptoms even appear. Early detection can significantly improve the chances of successful treatment and survival. Despite the proven benefits of cancer screenings, many people still skip or delay them, either due to fear, lack of awareness, or a simple misunderstanding of their importance.
In this blog article, I’ll explain why cancer screenings are so important, highlight common screening tests for different types of cancer, and provide some guidance on when you should start getting screened and how often.
How Direct Primary Care Benefits Patients, Doctors, and More
As the healthcare industry faces rising physician burnout, lower insurance reimbursement rates, shorter appointment times, longer waitlists, and reduced access to doctors, Direct Primary Care is emerging as an increasingly popular solution. This model of care offers an innovative approach that prioritizes the doctor-patient relationship, accessibility, and affordability. This blog post will discuss how Direct Primary Care can benefit patients, doctors and more.
What Is Sciatica? A Medical Doctor’s Comprehensive Guide to the Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Sciatica is a common condition that affects approximately 40% of people at some point in their life. This blog article aims to educate readers on recognizing sciatica, understanding its underlying causes, and exploring effective treatment strategies for relief.
How Exercise Can Help Alleviate Depression: A Natural Remedy for Mental Health
This blog article discusses how exercise can help alleviate depression symptoms, and how a recent study suggests that even light to moderate exercise can be beneficial. It also explores how exercise can boost mood-enhancing neurotransmitters, improve sleep and self-esteem, offering a natural supplemental remedy for improving mental health.
Understanding Hypertension: Recommendations From a Primary Care Doctor
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common and potentially serious condition that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. This blog article explores the diagnosis, dietary recommendations, and personalized treatment strategies that a primary care doctor uses to help manage and control blood pressure for better long-term health outcomes
Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Men: Benefits, Risks, and the Right Approach
This blog article discusses the ins and outs of low testosterone, including current medical society guidelines regarding treatment, along with the benefits, risks, and additional facts surrounding testosterone replacement therapy.
Managing the Common Cold: What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why It Matters
This blog article discusses the Common Cold, one of the most common illnesses, along with the treatments that work, those that don’t, and why it matters.
Understanding low back pain: Internal Medicine Physician Key Points
This blog article discusses the workup, treatment, and prevention of low back pain, one of the most common reasons for patients to seek medical care.
Semaglutide and Tirzepatide: Obesity Medicine Physician FAQ’s
This blog article discusses common FAQ’s of Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, as well as indications, benefits, and risks of these anti-obesity medications.
How much should we be exercising? Helpful Hints From a Sports Medicine Physician
This blog article discusses the recommended amount of exercise, and explores the benefits of physical activity in relation to promoting overall health and wellness, with tips for how to get started.
Interpreting cholesterol labs: Key Insights
This blog article explores the indications and interpretation of a lipid or cholesterol panel that may be ordered by a primary care physician to evaluate ones risk of cardiovascular disease.
When Is the Best Time to Get Your Flu Shot?
This blog article provides an overview of influenza, detailing its transmission methods, impact on hospitalizations and deaths, and the importance of vaccination.