Health Screenings

Beat the Summer Heat

Wellness Briefs

At Olentangy Private Internal Medicine, we're dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle all year long. To keep you informed, we have a Library of Wellness Briefs available. Focusing on a range of topics affecting your health, the briefs feature articles and helpful hints on illness prevention & treatment, weight loss & food information, the healing benefits of sleep & methods for stress reduction!

Did you know...

...that eating a daily cup of low-fat yogurt can reduce your susceptibility to cold by 25 percent?

...that caffeine can trigger low blood sugar, and the body’s reaction is food cravings and increased appetite?

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If you've been to the doctor recently, you've probably heard about Health Screenings. With an increased focus on preventative care, screening patients for potential future health risks has become a successful, proactive approach today's healthcare! Maintaining awareness of your family and personal history, as well as knowing what risks coincide with your age-range, can prove to be life-saving. Did you know....

...that you should be tested for Diabetes every three years starting at age 45?

...that your cholesterol should be checked at least once every five years?

Ladies, you should have a Thyroid Test every 5 years starting at age 35

and Guys, you should be have an annual Prostate Exam starting at age 45

1. Schedule more physically demanding activities during cooler hours--take periodic breaks and use SPF 15 sunscreen or higher

2. Wear light, loose-fitting clothing (cotton is a good choice)--this allows air to circulate and keep you cool!

3. Stay hydrated with water--stay away from alcohol & caffeinated beverages--these are diuretics and increase the body's water-loss.

4. Taking any medication? Be aware of any side-effects that could result from sun or heat exposure--some can even increase your risk for sunburn!

5. Stay in air conditioning as much as possible, if you don't have access to an air-conditioned area, keep cool with a fan, or by taking cool showers or a bath.

6. Get plenty of rest and eat healthy--foods such as fruits and vegetables are high in water-content!

Health & Wellness

"The one-on-one personal attention I have received from Dr. Miller has encouraged me to embark on a new lifestyle of personal wellness and preventative medicine--to face the reality that I was overweight, with high blood pressure and high blood sugar levels. Now with regular check-ups and calls from my personal physician, Dr. Miller, I am 20 pounds lighter and my life, both physically and mentally, has greatly improved."         
                                                         
                                                                                                                                                                                             - T.D., Bank President