Doc Talk Archives | Page 78 of 84 | Carson Tahoe Health

Treating Type 2 Diabetes

There is no cure for Type 2 Diabetes, but there are ways to avoid progression to diabetes and ways to treat it effectively.


Protect Yourself Against the Flu

Dr. Andrea Weed discusses influenza and what you can do to help prevent and treat it.


Winter Safety

Snow, ice and the winter landscape can be beautiful. Unfortunately, it can also be harsh, unforgiving and downright dangerous. However, according to Dr. David Tillitt, there are some simple things we can do to protect ourselves this and every winter.


Screening Mammograms: The Truth

Recent government task force recommendations advise against screening mammography for women 40-49 years of age, recommend screening only every other year for women between ages 50 and 74, and recommend stop screening over age 74. However, the American Cancer Society continues to recommend annual screening mammography for all women beginning at age 40.


Stop Smoking – Get a Fresh Start

Quitting smoking can be hard, but your health will thank you.