The first indication of West Nile virus (WNv) for 2017 has been reported in Shasta County in a positive dead bird collected in the Redding, CA area. Birds are natural hosts for WNv and are routinely monitored to indicate whether the virus… Continue Reading
I was particularly intrigued when the State of California chose to opt out of the option to have smoker and non-smoker rates for health insurance as allowed by the Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare). The law allows the insurer to… Continue Reading
Steven Irey loves the sport of fly fishing. The quiet solitude of it allows for both relaxation and extreme focus, traits he brings to his position as a certified physician assistant in orthopedic spine surgery. He received a Bachelor of… Continue Reading
This is a complex topic that has been a very political and emotional issue in the news. Understanding the complexity of universal healthcare requires a knowledge of history of access to health care for those of lower socioeconomic status, the… Continue Reading
Medicare is the US health care plan for the elderly and disabled. It is divided into four parts. Part A covers inpatient hospital facility charges and typically is free for most beneficiaries since they paid taxes throughout their working lives… Continue Reading
Dr. Phuc-Son Dong is a doctor of osteopathic medicine who became a physician after he discovered the strong bond that exists between a patient and his or her doctor. He focuses on preventing disease and develops close relationships with… Continue Reading
Matthew R. Lister from The Align Studio has been creating informational videos for some months now. At first, he was pretty serious. For many months, Matthew was recording himself, which worked fine, such as in this short clip about chasing weight loss.… Continue Reading
Since beginning this column I have consistently referred to “the Affordable Care Act, ACA (aka Obamacare)”. In my insurance practice I avoid using the term “Obamacare” for one simple reason. I believe it is important to avoid politicizing the concept… Continue Reading
It’s interesting to me when someone says that they hate “Obamacare” (the popular name for the Affordable Care Act-ACA). This law is complex and far reaching. Most people simply don’t understand how many areas are affected by the law. Most… Continue Reading
Dr. Shruti Aggarwal is a family practice physician who believes in sharing the decision-making process with her patients. In order to make a difference in their lives as they pursue better health, she practices empathy. She also incorporates alternative medicine… Continue Reading
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