October Heat Wave Southern California “Beat the Heat” Tips
October 1, 2024October Heat Wave Could Break Season Level Records in CaliforniaDoes this feel like “Deja vu?” Just a few weeks ago we experienced an end of summer record breaking heat wave and it appears Mother Nature is bracing us for more of the same! Unusually hot temperatures are expected to blanket California this week,…
Rising Cancer Rates in Young Adults Patient Blog Orange County
Rising Cancer Rates in Young Adults: The Role of Alcohol and Modifiable Risk Factors A recent report from the American Association for Cancer Research has brought to light a concerning trend: rates of breast and colorectal cancer are rising among adults under 50, with alcohol consumption identified as one possible factor driving this increase. While cancer death…
September Patient Newsletter Orange County
National Healthy Aging Month September marks National Healthy Aging Month, a perfect time to focus on the positive aspects of growing older and the many ways to stay healthy, vibrant, and active. Whether you’re in your 60s, 70s, or beyond, embracing a lifestyle that promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being is key to enjoying your golden…
In the news: Semaglutide prescriptions on the rise but insurance coverage still lacking.
In the news: Semaglutide prescriptions on the rise but insurance coverage still lacking. It’s common knowledge that a class of diabetic medications called semaglutides, most notably Ozempic, have been increasing in popularity for their purported benefit of weight loss. But did you know how popular? A study from the University of Southern California found that semaglutide prescriptions increased…
Current 2024 Caduceus Screening and Testing Guidelines
Policy based on guidance from the United States Preventive Services Task Force, the Centersfor Disease Control and Prevention, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the AmericanCollege of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and peer-reviewed medical literature. Chief Medical Officer Nathaniel DeNicola MD and the Caduceus Physicians Board recommend the following medical screenings and testing for our patients…