Do you frequently feel your heart race or slow down for no apparent reason? If you’re shrugging your shoulders, you may have an arrhythmia, or an irregular heartbeat. What is arrhythmia? An arrhythmia means your…
Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women? Nearly, 1 in every 5 people dies from heart disease each year. The good news is that there are…
It’s not unusual to feel a little isolated and down in the dumps at times during the winter months. Those short, dark days in January and February can bring about moments of the “winter blues.”…
We tell our kids to put on sunscreen and not to smoke because we don’t want them at risk for skin and lung cancer later in life. Like practicing sun safety and avoiding tobacco, getting…
Season’s greetings! I hope this note finds you in good health, enjoying the holidays with those you care about most. For many, this time of year is filled with introspection and excitement, and it’s no…
This fall, it seems like everyone has been laid up with something. Physicians at CityMD urgent care, like Pamela Arsove, MD, say cases of RSV, the flu, the common cold, and COVID-19 are all coinciding.…
You’re usually asked to share or update your family health history when you visit a provider for the first time, or the first time in a while. While this might feel like a daunting task,…
It feels good to be kind. But did you know practicing an act of kindness a day can make you healthier? From reducing stress to increasing immunity and protecting your heart and brain, the physical…
Can you think about a time when you: Were diagnosed with a health condition and needed to find a specialist or decide on a treatment plan? Received instructions for taking prescription medicine or performing at-home…
Have you noticed your child losing focus in conversations or struggling to complete homework? Does it seem like they can’t sit still or let others finish talking? Occasional daydreaming or unruly behavior isn’t uncommon —…
Sexual health is about more than having safe sex. It’s taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, mentally, and socially — at any age and in every relationship. Your sex life is uniquely yours, but there…
If it’s been a while since you last saw your primary care physician (PCP), there is no time like the present. People who go to their regular doctor generally live longer and have the potential…
As the summer draws to a close and the school year nears, you may find yourself with tears in your eyes. But it's not for sentimental reasons. It's because mid-to-late August is also when fall…
By now, you have probably started your back-to-school routine of shopping for supplies, attending open houses, and reviewing team sports schedules. But just as important as buying new folders and coordinating the carpool is setting…
Tom Morris knew it was time to call the doctor when he noticed an unusual growth on the top of his head. Any new skin growth or mole that changes in size or shape should…
