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Health tips for older travelers: How to stay healthy while traveling

June 3, 2025

Article

There are certain things to consider when traveling as an older adult. Before venturing out on your next trip, consider these tips and recommendations to ensure a safe, healthy and memorable vacation.

What you should avoid after getting the flu shot

June 3, 2025

Article

The flu shot is a safe and effective way to prevent illness, but how you care for yourself afterward can influence your body’s ability to build immunity to the flu.

Prioritizing physical health – tips for staying active and well

May 28, 2025

Podcast

May is Physical Health Awareness Month, and in this episode of Docs in a Pod, hosts Ron Aaron and Dr. Rajay Seudath are joined by Dr. Robert Streck to explore practical ways to boost physical well-being. From staying active and managing chronic conditions to creating sustainable health habits, this conversation is packed with insights to help listeners take charge of their physical health—no matter their age or fitness level.

Flu vs. Pneumonia: know the differences

May 27, 2025

Article

Cold and flu season brings a variety of unwanted respiratory illnesses, such as the flu and pneumonia. The flu and pneumonia can cause overlapping symptoms, such as fatigue, and upper respiratory symptoms, such as a cough.

Barriers to accessing quality health care in rural communities

May 21, 2025

Podcast

Hosts Gina Galaviz and Dr. Tamika Perry sit down with Dr. Temukisa Young Henley to discuss the unique challenges rural communities face in accessing quality health care. From transportation hurdles to provider shortages, they explore the real-world barriers that impact patient care — and share innovative solutions that are making a difference.

Meet your clinician: Prabhavathi Bandla, NP

May 20, 2025

Video

Discover high-quality health care with Prabhavathi Bandla, NP, a dedicated WellMed family medicine physician in Cypress, Texas.

Can RSV cause a rash?

May 19, 2025

Article

A rash is a less common but possible symptom of the RSV virus. Although the rash associated with RSV itself is not harmful, the other symptoms can be. Serious symptoms and warning signs of RSV include severe coughing, difficulty breathing, dehydration, and a bluish tint on the mouth or fingernails.

How do I know if my symptoms are IBS or IBD?

May 16, 2025

Article

IBS symptoms can disrupt your life, but there are things you can do to manage it. The same is true for IBD. Dietary changes and sometime medication can ease your symptoms and prevent damage to your intestines. See your doctor for help.

How to manage your seasonal allergies as an older adult

May 16, 2025

Article

Aging and chronic conditions bring new challenges for treating allergies.

Meet your doctor: Dr. Temukisa Young Henley

May 14, 2025

Video

Discover high-quality health care with Dr. Temukisa Young Henley, a dedicated WellMed family medicine physician in Casselberry, Florida.

What exactly is the gut microbiome, and why is it essential to our overall health?

May 14, 2025

Podcast

Hosts Gina Galaviz zeisenberg and Dr. Tamika Perry welcome guest Dr. Sana Mukhi to dive into an important topic: the gut microbiome. What exactly is the gut microbiome, and why is it essential to our overall health? Find out in this episode!

Meet your doctor: Dr. Yamini Naygandhi

May 13, 2025

Video

Discover high-quality health care with Dr. Yamini Naygandhi, a dedicated WellMed internal medicine physician in Cypress, Texas.

How being social can help older men stay healthy

May 8, 2025

Article

It can be hard to make new friends or try new things. But fighting loneliness is worth it for your physical and mental health.

Gut health and microbiome

May 7, 2025

Podcast

In this episode, hosts Ron Aaron and Dr. Tamika Perry sit down with Dr. Benjamin Mendez, a board-certified family medicine physician, to take a deep dive into one of the most fascinating and vital parts of the human body—the gut microbiome.

7 reasons why the Medicare annual wellness visit is not a waste of time

May 6, 2025

Article

It’s widely known that being in good health can help you avoid illness and disease. However, annual wellness visits are the one checkup you should never miss if your goal is to stay healthy and feel your best all the time.