Now accepting Telehealth appointments. Schedule a virtual visit.
Skip to main content
561-658-1522 Text Us

Blog Articles

Nguyen Medical Group Blog View all posts
4 Smart Reasons to Embrace Geriatric Care

4 Smart Reasons to Embrace Geriatric Care
Many seniors aged 65 and older benefit from transitioning from general adult primary care to a geriatric specialist. Discover 4 reasons to consider embracing geriatric care.
Jul 3rd, 2026
When to Schedule Your Next Blood Pressure Screening

When to Schedule Your Next Blood Pressure Screening
A blood pressure screening is a quick and non-invasive test that offers important information about your risk of hypertension and heart disease. Learn how often you should be getting your blood pressure screened. 
May 2nd, 2026
3 Ways Your Annual Physical Changes as You Get Older

3 Ways Your Annual Physical Changes as You Get Older
Aging is a natural and expected process. As your body changes in middle age and later in life, your annual physical begins to look a bit different. Here’s what you can expect to change at your annual physical as you age.
Dec 2nd, 2025
Is Prediabetes Reversible?

Is Prediabetes Reversible?
Having prediabetes means you’re more likely to develop diabetes. The promising news is that you can stop prediabetes in its tracks. As part of National Diabetes Month this November, here’s what you can do to reverse prediabetes completely.
Nov 2nd, 2025
PCOS and Skin Tags: How They're Related

PCOS and Skin Tags: How They're Related
Skin tags on women can be a sign of a hormonal condition called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). As we enter PCOS awareness month in September, let’s explore the connection between skin tags and PCOS.
Sep 9th, 2025
Foods That Reduce Inflammation from Arthritis

Foods That Reduce Inflammation from Arthritis
Making healthy lifestyle changes can help alleviate the symptoms of arthritis. Find out what food choices can help you reduce arthritis-related inflammation and what foods to avoid.
Aug 2nd, 2025
What Your Fingernails Can Reveal About Your Health

What Your Fingernails Can Reveal About Your Health
If your eyes lead us into your soul, your nails are similar to your overall health. This guide tells you what your nails can reveal about your overall health, and when you should see a physician.
Jul 2nd, 2025
When to Worry About Constipation

When to Worry About Constipation
Sometimes, constipation resolves within a day or two, but other times, it can become a chronic problem. Understand when you need to be concerned about your constipation.
Apr 8th, 2025
6 Subtle Signs of Thyroid Problems

6 Subtle Signs of Thyroid Problems
Thyroid problems can cause many wide-ranging symptoms that make life more difficult. Look out for these six subtle signs that could indicate you have thyroid problems.
Mar 11th, 2025
5 Foods to Eat (and Avoid) with Diabetes

5 Foods to Eat (and Avoid) with Diabetes
Eating the right foods in ideal portions can help you manage your diabetes symptoms and live a whole life. Discover five foods to eat and five foods to avoid with diabetes.
Feb 10th, 2025
Lifestyle Changes That Help Alleviate Arthritis Pain

Lifestyle Changes That Help Alleviate Arthritis Pain
Arthritis pain can be debilitating and make it hard to go about your usual routine, but straightforward lifestyle changes help many people. The following lifestyle changes can alleviate your arthritis pain.
Oct 21st, 2024
Are Your Immunizations Up to Date?

Are Your Immunizations Up to Date?
In adulthood, you sometimes need to update old vaccines and get new immunizations to fight off disease and stay as healthy as possible. Keep reading to find out when you need to update immunizations as an adult.
Sep 20th, 2024
5 Subtle Signs of an Underactive Thyroid in Women

5 Subtle Signs of an Underactive Thyroid in Women
If you’re a woman with hypothyroidism, it can be easy to attribute its symptoms to conditions like menopause, your menstrual cycle, or even stress. In women, these 5 subtle symptoms can indicate you have an underactive thyroid.
Jun 17th, 2024

The Role of Insulin In Your Body
Insulin is one of the most important chemicals your body produces. Thanks to insulin, your body can complete many essential functions. Learn about the role of insulin in your body and treatment for insulin resistance.
Apr 8th, 2024
What Happens If I Miss My Annual Physical?

What Happens If I Miss My Annual Physical?
There’s nothing better than having the peace of mind that you’re in good health and the tools to help you continue that way by attending an annual physical. Understand what happens if you miss your annual physical and what to do.
Feb 9th, 2024

5 Reasons to Move From In-Person to Telehealth Appointments
Attending a medical appointment doesn’t always mean driving to a medical office. You can attend many appointments virtually with a device that makes video calls. Here are five reasons to consider doing your next medical appointment over telehealth.
Jan 12th, 2024
I've Been Diagnosed with Prediabetes: Now What?

I've Been Diagnosed with Prediabetes: Now What?
Before developing diabetes, you might first be diagnosed with prediabetes, which puts you at higher risk for diabetes. Find out more about prediabetes and what you can do if you’ve received this diagnosis.
Nov 2nd, 2023
5 Reasons to Consider Geriatric Care

5 Reasons to Consider Geriatric Care
As an adult over the age of 65, your needs are likely to be different than when you were a younger adult. Geriatric care can help you meet your changing medical profile. Keep reading to learn five reasons you should consider geriatric care.
Aug 1st, 2023
How to Lower Your LDL (

How to Lower Your LDL ("Bad") Cholesterol
High cholesterol increases your risk is for developing potentially dangerous health conditions. Incredibly, lowering your bad, or LDL, cholesterol, isn’t as complicated as it seems. Here are the simple steps to lower your LDL cholesterol.
Jul 12th, 2023
5 Ways to Manage Your Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms

5 Ways to Manage Your Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms
With the right care, you can expect to live a healthy and comfortable life with cystic fibrosis for many years to come. Understand five of the methods available to manage symptoms of cystic fibrosis.
Jun 1st, 2023
How to Plan Diabetes-Friendly Meals and Snacks

How to Plan Diabetes-Friendly Meals and Snacks
Eating a diabetes-friendly diet is one of the key ways to rebalance your health. By following these guidelines, you can learn to plan meals and snacks friendly to diabetes without getting overwhelmed.
May 1st, 2023
Is Your Lifestyle Fueling Your Diarrhea Symptoms?

Is Your Lifestyle Fueling Your Diarrhea Symptoms?
Experiencing an episode of diarrhea is unpleasant, uncomfortable, and sometimes embarrassing. Sometimes recurring diarrhea can occur because of your lifestyle. Learn what lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your diarrhea symptoms.
Apr 1st, 2023
5 Smart Ways to Lower Your Risk for a Heart Attack

5 Smart Ways to Lower Your Risk for a Heart Attack
Heart disease, the condition that commonly leads to heart attacks, is America's top cause of death. Simple lifestyle changes can dramatically lower your odds of experiencing one. Take these 5 simple steps to reduce your risk of having a heart attack.
Mar 10th, 2023
Why You Shouldn't Skip Your Annual Physical

Why You Shouldn't Skip Your Annual Physical
One of the best ways to know you’re healthy, and doing all the right things to stay that way, is by attending your annual physical exam. Here’s why prioritizing your annual physical every year is so crucial for your health.
Feb 8th, 2023
How to Manage Your Hyperthyroidism Symptoms

How to Manage Your Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Have you been experiencing strange, difficult to diagnose symptoms like rapid heartbeat, tremors, and unexpected weight loss? You might have hyperthyroidism. Learn more about effectively managing your hyperthyroidism symptoms.
Jan 20th, 2023
Managing Depression in Your Golden Years

Managing Depression in Your Golden Years
Older adulthood is often an enriching and rewarding time of your life, but new challenges can put you at risk of developing depression. Find out more about what depression can look like in your golden years and what you can do to manage it.
Dec 7th, 2022
7 Telltale Signs of Kidney Disease

7 Telltale Signs of Kidney Disease
If you have chronic kidney disease, looking out for the symptoms to get an early diagnosis is key to controlling your condition and preventing it from progressing further. Keep reading to find out about seven of the top signs of kidney disease.
Nov 3rd, 2022
How to Manage Cystic Fibrosis in Your 40s

How to Manage Cystic Fibrosis in Your 40s
People with cystic fibrosis are living longer and healthier lives, and when well managed, you can expect to live with cystic fibrosis into middle age - and beyond. This is what you can do to effectively manage cystic fibrosis in your 40s.
Oct 1st, 2022
Why You Shouldn't Ignore Constipation

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Constipation
Nearly everyone has experienced constipation before, but if it becomes a regular occurrence, it can make it hard to go about your day and indicate further health problems. Find out more about why you should never ignore constipation.
Aug 1st, 2022
Tips for Eating Out When You Have Diabetes

Tips for Eating Out When You Have Diabetes
Dining out can feel more difficult when you have diabetes; however, with the right planning, you can continue to enjoy dining out while remaining healthy. Use these tips to help you eat out successfully when you have diabetes.
Jul 12th, 2022
What No One Told You about Osteoarthritis

What No One Told You about Osteoarthritis
If you’ve received a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, you, like millions of Americans, have the most common form of arthritis in the country. Understand what you need to know about osteoarthritis to remain mobile and comfortable after your diagnosis.
Jun 1st, 2022
Lifestyle Adjustments to Help You Manage Crohn's Disease

Lifestyle Adjustments to Help You Manage Crohn's Disease
Crohn's is a serious chronic condition that impacts your gastrointestinal tract and can reduce quality of life. The right medical care and lifestyle can help. Learn what lifestyle changes you can make that will help you manage your Crohn's disease.
May 1st, 2022
How Does Geriatric Care Differ From Regular Care?

How Does Geriatric Care Differ From Regular Care?
Geriatric care is different from regular care in that it offers personalized, dedicated care that seniors need to enjoy a high quality of life in their golden years. These are some of the differences you can expect between geriatric and regular care.
Apr 1st, 2022
7 Dangerous Problems that are Linked to High Cholesterol

7 Dangerous Problems that are Linked to High Cholesterol
Often known as the silent killer, high cholesterol frequently comes with no symptoms. This can cause dangerous problems to develop without any warning. Here are 7 problems you could develop if you have high cholesterol long term.
Mar 1st, 2022
How Diabetes Can Affect Your Feet

How Diabetes Can Affect Your Feet
A diagnosis of diabetes means you need to pay extra attention to and take special care of your feet to ensure they stay healthy. Discover the important link between diabetes and your feet, and what diabetics need to know about foot care.
Feb 1st, 2022
How Often Should I Schedule a Pap Test?

How Often Should I Schedule a Pap Test?
If you are a woman, you’re potentially at risk of developing cervical cancer. Thankfully, a pap test, a preventive health screening, detects cervical cancer at a very early stage. Find out when and how to get your potentially life-saving pap test.
Jan 1st, 2022
The Benefits of Geriatrics Medicine

The Benefits of Geriatrics Medicine
If you’re an older adult, you have a unique set of medical needs and might benefit from receiving medical care with a geriatrician who focuses on the specialized types of care seniors need. Learn the major benefits of geriatrics medicine.
Dec 1st, 2021
Understanding the Different Types of Skin Tags

Understanding the Different Types of Skin Tags
Skin tags don’t usually cause pain or medical issues, but they can make you self-conscious about how you look. Understand the different types of skin tags, and what you can do if you develop one or more.
Nov 1st, 2021
Cholesterol: What's the Difference Between HDL and LDL?

Cholesterol: What's the Difference Between HDL and LDL?
High cholesterol is potentially dangerous to your health, but the different types of cholesterol aren’t created equal. Keep reading to learn more about the differences between HDL and LDL, and how to manage your cholesterol.
Oct 1st, 2021
The Importance of Primary Care

The Importance of Primary Care
Even the healthiest adult can sometimes need a health boost. You can quickly treat health concerns and prevent future medical problems by accessing primary care. Discover why primary care is such an important part of taking care of your health.
Sep 13th, 2021
Exercise Tips for Diabetics

Exercise Tips for Diabetics
For most diabetics, staying active and getting regular exercise is an important component of your healthy routine. Follow these tips to exercise safely with diabetes and have fun at the same time.
Aug 10th, 2021

Warning Signs of a Thyroid Problem
The hormone regulating abilities of the thyroid are easy to take for granted, but when your thyroid stops working properly, it can cause unexpected problems. Learn the warning signs of thyroid problems that indicate you might need to get treatment.
Jul 19th, 2021

The Benefits of Preventive Health Care
Do you want to stay as healthy and active as possible and avoid illnesses whenever you can? If so, you’re a perfect candidate for preventive health care. Find out more about preventive health care and all the benefits you can get from it.
Jun 22nd, 2021

A Closer Look at Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is a serious condition that can damage your organs, but with medical advancements and improved care, life expectancies have grown significantly. In honor of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, take a closer look at cystic fibrosis.
May 17th, 2021

Services That You Can Receive From the Comfort of Your Home
As modern technology continues to improve, it’s made it possible to receive more medical services than ever without leaving your home. Keep reading to understand the benefits and kinds of medical services you can get through telehealth.
Apr 13th, 2021

What is Geriatrics?
At every age, your medical needs change, and this continues to be true after you reach adulthood and continue to grow older. Discover more about the geriatrics field of medicine, and how it can help you stay healthy and active in your golden years.
Mar 14th, 2021

6 Signs You Might Have Diabetes
A significant number of people don’t know they’re living with diabetes. Early diabetes symptoms are often subtle, and it’s important to know how to recognize them so you can get prompt treatment. Learn the most common signs you might have diabetes.
Feb 8th, 2021

Start the New Year with a Physical Exam
What can you do to start off 2021 in a positive way? Ring in the new year by having your annual physical exam. A physical exam is one of the most important preventive health measures you can take to keep healthy.
Jan 13th, 2021

The Importance of Getting Your Flu Vaccine This Winter
Yep, it’s that time of year - time for your flu shot. Getting your flu vaccine is always a good idea for continued health, and is more important than ever this year. Find out about the facts and the benefits of your vaccination.
Dec 15th, 2020

Signs of a Troubled Thyroid

Are you experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, night sweats, and anxiety, but can’t seem to figure out why? These varied symptoms may actually be signs of a troubled thyroid.
Nov 17th, 2020

How Exercise Can Help Relieve Arthritis Pain
You’ve likely tried many things for your arthritis, all with little success. But did you know that exercise can help alleviate your arthritis pain? Learn why so many arthritis sufferers are finding relief in exercise.
Oct 1st, 2020

The Differences Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that affects your ability to process sugar into energy for your cells. While there are two types of diabetes, it’s important to know the difference so you can best take care of your health.
Sep 15th, 2020

Why it's Important to Get an Annual Physical
Physical exams are great ways to track any changes in your health and spot any possible concerns before they become dangerous. If you feel well, you might think you can skip your annual physical, but they’re important even if you feel healthy.
Aug 20th, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Feb 20th, 2024