Figuring out the cause behind constantly feeling cold
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife, 68, always feels cold. She has mentioned this several times to her primary care physician, and… Login to continue reading Login…
Lifestyle
The downside of a weight loss med; how to start jogging safely
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: I’m overweight and have Type 2 diabetes and want to start taking one of the medicines that everyone is clamoring… Login to continue reading Login…
Some meds can have dangerous interactions with grapefruit
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: Some prescription medications have a warning that they may have an interaction or reaction to grapefruit. Is it… Login to continue reading Login…
Taking zinc as a daily supplement won't change loss of hair
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am having trouble finding a reliable recommendation for the daily supplement zinc. I purchased 50-mg pills, but… Login to continue reading Login…
MESA calculator helps in outlining risk of heart disease
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: As a 73-year-old woman, I had a coronary calcium scan done when my new primary care physician wanted… Login to continue reading Login…
Sipping, Snacking and Tooth Decay
Submitted by Monique Koerner, Family and Community Wellness Extension Agent February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! Now more than ever, kids are faced with… Login to continue reading Login…
Pre-plant herbicide applications for kochia control
Submitted by Stacy Campbell Now is the time to finalize plans for kochia (aka fireweed) control. Kochia can begin emerging in early February with most… Login to continue reading Login…
Higher frequency of migraine headaches calls for medication
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 82-year-old woman in good health. Last May, I began having migraine headaches preceded by an aura… Login to continue reading Login…
Patient wonders why Paxlovid wasn't prescribed for COVID
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: In June 2022, I had a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit, severe sore throat and headache, and I… Login to continue reading Login…
Understanding gas stove risks; a shopping list of superfoods
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: What’s all this noise about how dangerous gas stove fumes are — especially for children’s health? Do I really have… Login to continue reading Login…