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American Heart Month: How Do You Observe It?
It’s February, which means it’s time to raise awareness to a cause that is important: heart disease. According to the CDC, “heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. One person dies every 37 seconds in the United States from… Read more »
Worried about Coronavirus? Don’t Overlook Cold & Flu Season
Throughout the year, we always try to avoid catching a cold and the flu. Although you may think the worst has already passed us, there seems to be a second peak, according to the CDC. Our team here at South Coast Medical Group OC wants to keep our patients updated when it comes to their… Read more »
6 Beneficial Nutrients For Your Heart And Where To Find Them
As we head into American Heart Month, it’s important to reflect on where we are with our own heart health. Your cardiovascular system has a huge role in your body. It functions to circulate blood, nutrients, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and hormones between cells. It is no secret that what you eat directly contributes to your… Read more »
The Difference Between Urgent Care And The Emergency Room
Perhaps you’ve been in this situation before: After dinner, you are washing dishes and accidentally cut your finger while cleaning a glass. You are not in excruciating pain, but the cup is deep, and there is a great deal of blood. What do you do? Do you head to the emergency room or go to… Read more »
Reflecting On Our 20th Year In Aliso Viejo
“After treating patients here over the past 20 years, many things have changed in terms of technology and the way health insurance companies are operating. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the way we’ve been able to care for our patients.” – Dr. John Cheng Discover what our patients have to stay about their experiences with us over the years: Thank… Read more »
COVID-19 Vaccine: What You Should Know
As the number of COVID-19 cases increase in Orange County, it is good to be informed on some basic facts regarding the COVID-19 vaccine based on what we know from the CDC. 1. Two Doses of the Vaccine are Required If you or someone you know is getting the vaccine, depending on which one you… Read more »
How To Stick To Your New Year’s Health Goals
The start of the new year is a great time to reflect on old habits and begin setting new goals and intentions for yourself. With a fresh start ahead, many people are motivated to focus on better health. From losing a certain amount of weight to starting a new diet, health is always at the… Read more »
Bad Habits To Leave In 2019
The end of the year is always a time to reflect and make new goals for yourself. Before you can start completing new resolutions, you need to create space for them by ditching old habits that hold you back. After serving our community of Aliso Viejo for 20 years, we understand what habits our patients… Read more »
How To Cope With Stress Around The Holidays
While the holiday season is known for cheerful traditions and special memories, it is also associated with stress and anxiety. There is so much work to get done, people to see, and places to be. Many people dread this time of year because their personal experience does not match the excitement of the outside world. … Read more »
We Are Grateful
This time of year reminds us of what we are thankful for. Each of us has reflected on what we are grateful for this year. I am grateful for my family and friends who have been there for me and have supported me through the highs and lows of life. I am also grateful to… Read more »