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The Big Picture of Your Health: Why it’s Critical

April 22, 2016 April 22, 2016

With so many numbers, terms and constantly-evolving discoveries, it can be difficult to understand and properly manage your health. Between changing doctors and switching insurance plans, it’s important to understand what a blood test can reveal so that you can stay on top of what it means to be healthy.

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Lab Testing

Biomarker Testing

April 19, 2016 April 19, 2016

According to a recent CBS report, the growing field of biomarker testing reached 4.8 billion dollars in 2015. One of the most powerful diagnostic tools available to physicians today, biomarker testing analyzes blood and other human samples to measure and quantify certain substances which provide solid data on the presence or severity of an illness or risk for developing a serious ailment. Many people are familiar with the concept of measuring body temperature to determine the presence of a fever, a classic example of a biomarker test.

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Healthcare

Managing Diabetes

February 24, 2016 February 24, 2016

Diabetes is approaching epidemic levels in the United States and much of the developed world. The Centers for Disease Control reports that more than 22 million people in the United States alone were diagnosed with diabetes last year and that this number is steadily rising. Just 5-10% of people with diabetes have Type I, believed to be caused by an inherited defect in the pancreas which causes the organ to produce insufficient quantities of insulin. The vast majority of people with diabetes have Type 2, classified as a preventable illness due to its strong ties to lifestyle, diet, and exercise.

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More Than Just Smart, More Than Just a Watch

June 10, 2015 September 9, 2015

As technology evolves, there are few areas of life failing to reap the benefits and one area that has seen stunning innovations is health and fitness. Of all the companies combining technology and fitness, none are more innovative than Apple. Known for thinking outside the box, Apple has focused its efforts on developing mobile devices that make life easier. For those people who put health and fitness at the top of their list, no product is more captivating than the Apple Watch. Whatever a person’s fitness level, the Apple Watch can not only track fitness goals, but also motivate and encourage its user to reach their goals.

Wellness

Annual Checkups

June 3, 2015 September 9, 2015

As a child, you had frequent visits with your pediatrician to ensure proper growth and development. Now that you’re fully grown, you may think that there is no need to see a physician until you reach an advanced age or have obvious signs and symptoms of a medical problem. However, this type of thinking can get you into trouble. Missing just one annual physical exam can allow a newly developing health issue to spiral out of control. By avoiding your doctor, you may also miss opportunities to learn about preventing both chronic and acute conditions from occurring in the first place. Even if you take great care of yourself and feel healthy and vibrant, an essential component of maintaining your overall well-being is to see your doctor for an annual health assessment. Don’t have one? Let SmartChoiceMD find a doctor for you!