The World Health Organization is taking very seriously the outbreak of a new virus in China from Wuhan City (population 11 million).

The virus presents as a typical respiratory infection with cough, fever, and shortness of breath. Persons should be concerned, for now, if they were exposed to someone from that area of China, traveled to that area of China, or have been with a person who recently was identified as ‘at risk’ for this infection from contact in China.

This means most of us have zero concerns about this infection, but the potential for spread outside of China and to the US is rather substantial. Only time will tell if this is more of a concern for the general population here in Phoenix.

For now, no worries but knowledge and awareness are the keys.

Yes….George Benson had it right…..with his 80’s hit ….Give Me The Night…..especially when it comes to taking your blood pressure medication

A recent large-scale study from Spain shows that taking your blood pressure medication before bed is significantly healthier than taking your medication in the morning. Other studies have hinted at this, but this study is clearly confirming what we think.

Why this works is that many body systems have a circadian rhythm that turns an late at night or in the early hours of the morning and having slightly higher dosages of medication at those times provides protection against elevated blood pressure, stroke, and heart attack.

So…from now on….take your blood pressure medications at night and get the benefits without needing additional dosing.

Read more >>>>HERE<<<<

With the year winding down, I thought I’d share this funny video a patient sent to me…go give me a smile. Worked for me…hope it does for you too! Her story at 1 minute in is a stitch….

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The internet is a great source for information, but the current method of searching for topics that are both useful and accurate leaves a lot to be desired.

Too much of the internet is trying to sell or has an angle. What we need are solid unbiased resources, and that is something that I try to provide to my patients and to our Scottsdale Community.

Sometimes I locate a source of good information and I want to share it. Do take a look at this list of booklets from Glasgow, Scotland Health Services. They are very nice summaries about these various mental health topics and can be of use to yourself or someone you love.

Look >>>HERE<<< for good information on Sleep issues, Anxiety, Low Mood, and beyond.

Plus you know you can find general Health information in my booklets >>>>HERE<<<<