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Ever thought about discussing your family's health history over Thanksgiving dinner? It might not be anyone's favorite topic, but it could potentially save a life. Some key health topics worth discussing include: ??Heart Health: Share any family history of heart disease and tips for a healthy heart. ??Diabetes: Discuss the importance of managing blood sugar and how lifestyle choices can make a difference. ??Cancer: Talk about any types of cancer in the family and the importance of regular screenings. ??Mental Health: Open up about any mental health struggles and ways to support each other. ??Genetic Conditions: Inform about any known genetic conditions and the benefits of genetic counseling. These conversations can empower your family to make informed health decisions and encourage a proactive approach to wellness. #Thanksgiving #FamilyHealthHistoryDay #HealthyFamily #AvivClinics

A new study in The The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry showed the impacts of a unique HBOT protocol on neuroplasticity and symptoms in 56 veterans with long-term PTSD. And the results were life-changing for participants. This randomized controlled trial used both treatment and sham (placebo) groups. The veterans who received HBOT treatment (the same protocol we utilize at Aviv Clinics) exhibited a 41% reduction in symptom severity, a significant decrease in depression, and enhanced brain connectivity in regions linked to emotion, perception, behavioral processing and self awareness. The sham treatment group showed no improvement and in many instances, their symptoms had worsened. The study is now available to review here: https://ow.ly/PHrK50U4Ny2

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often called the "silent killer" because it usually has no symptoms but can lead to serious health problems like: ??Heart Disease: High blood pressure can lead to heart attacks and heart failure ??Stroke: It can cause blood vessels in the brain to burst or become blocked ??Kidney Damage: High blood pressure can harm the arteries around the kidneys ??Vision Loss: It can damage blood vessels in the eyes ??Sexual Dysfunction: High blood pressure can lead to erectile dysfunction Managing your blood pressure is crucial for your overall health. Click through the images to learn about common hypertension risk factors, as well as tips for managing blood pressure. #HighBloodPressure #HeartHealth #Hypertension #AvivClinics

In the U.S., it seems nearly impossible to find packaged foods without added sugar. That's can give you a Halloween scare, because excess sugar can have the following negative impacts: ??Brain Health: Excessive sugar can impair cognitive functions, affect memory, and even lead to mood swings. ??Body Health: High sugar consumption is linked to weight gain, increased risk of diabetes, and heart disease. If you want to enjoy a few Halloween treats from that candy dish at the reception desk, just remember: moderation is key. Partaking in few Reese's won’t set you back. It's also important to point out: Naturally occuring sugars, like those found in fruit, are typically nothing to be afraid of. #AvivClinics #Nutrition #BrainHealth #Sugar

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If you could improve your healthspan and longevity with 8 simple changes, would you? "Life's Essential 8" may not exactly be new, groundbreaking information, but these habits could change your life for the better. Dr. Mohammed Elamir shares more: https://lnkd.in/eB27yHEZ #AvivClinics #HeartHealth #HealthyAging

Want to: ??Support brain health ??Reduce inflammation ??Maintain muscle ??Promote hormone balance ??Get essential vitamins? Eat more salmon. Aviv Clinics' physician Dr. Kevin Cooke explains more about the benefits of eating salmon and other high-quality fatty fish in a recent interview with the Huffington Post: https://ow.ly/wVzS50ThCGU #AvivClinics #Nutrition #HealthyEating #BrainFood

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is one of the best tools to aid in surgery prep and recovery. All surgeries result in wounds that need healing, and HBOT optimizes tissue oxygenation before surgery and accelerates wound healing afterward. Bob is one such example of HBOT's efficacy in surgical recovery. He's prepped and recovered with HBOT for a rotator cuff and a knee surgery, and he did one rotator cuff without HBOT. Bob says the recovery processes and return to normalcy were remarkably different. Why can HBOT help? ??Decreases swelling and inflammation, promoting faster recovery ??Enhances oxygen availability, so injured tissue gets a boost of oxygen, aiding healing ??Promotes collagen synthesis, so fibroblasts thrive, reducing scar tissue formation ??Boosts antibiotic efficacy and enhances leukocyte oxidative killing, reducing infection risk Would you consider HBOT for you or your patients to accelerate surgical healing? Watch Bob's full story here: https://ow.ly/tcPt50SUHj9 #AvivClinics #HBOT #SurgeryRecovery #HyperbaricOxygen

Research shows that strong social networks positively impact mental health, leading to better overall well-being. That is why social connections are a major element of the Aviv Medical Program. Friends and support systems help: ??Prevent loneliness ??Boost happiness and mood ??Lower stress ??Provide a sense of belonging ??Improve immune function ??Reduce inflammation ??Aid in faster recoveries from disease For more information on the value of supportive social connections, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website: https://ow.ly/5JwM50SKnk3 #AvivClinics #HealingJourney #WellBeing

Did you know that long COVID can cause cognitive decline? The virus attacks your brain in a variety of ways, and we can SEE the damage it causes via advanced imaging. If you get standard CT scan or MRI of the brain, you may see structural damage, however metabolic and functional damage may be identified with a SPECT. Dr. Mohammed Elamir explains. For more on long COVID science and symptoms, visit: https://ow.ly/cByr50Sxkbh #AvivClinics #LongCOVID #LongCOVIDRecovery