Medicare & Geriatrics

Navigating Medicare enrollment can be overwhelming, especially with the various programs and services available. Two important services that Medicare offers are Chronic Care Management (CCM) and Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM). These programs can improve care for individuals with chronic conditions. They can provide continuous support and monitoring, all from the comfort of your home. Chronic Care […]

Arthritis is a condition that can affect anyone, and millions of people around the world currently experience it. It can cause stiffness, pain, and reduced joint mobility. While there is no cure, you can manage arthritis pain and improve mobility. Through medications and lifestyle changes, you can lead an active and fulfilling life with arthritis. How

Bone health is vital for your overall well-being. Ensuring you get the proper nutrients can significantly impact the strength and density of your bones.  Incorporating certain critical nutrients into your diet can support bone health and reduce the risk of conditions like osteoporosis. Here are some top nutrients you should incorporate into your diet: Calcium Calcium

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health issue that can lead to serious problems if not treated correctly. Understanding the risks of high blood pressure is essential for maintaining your health and well-being. What is Hypertension? When blood presses too forcefully against the artery walls over an extended period, high blood pressure

Millions of Americans have arthritis. If you think it’s inevitable for you, too, that’s not necessarily true. Read on to learn some things you can do to help keep yourself from getting this joint condition. Most people only worry about arthritis as they get older, yet 60% of Americans under age 64 have at least

The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland in the throat that produces hormones that regulate various areas of the body, including metabolic rate, brain development, growth, and more. A range of conditions can affect the thyroid, affecting the hormones and disrupting the body’s natural functioning. Among them is hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid is underactive,

Whether you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack or angina, due to the similarities between the two conditions, it can be difficult to tell the difference. Angina is a condition in which part of the heart does not receive an adequate blood supply, usually caused by narrowed coronary arteries. On the other hand, a heart attack is

If you have type 2 diabetes, you are not alone – more than 38 million people in the United States have type 2 diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. Managing your type 2 diabetes is essential for a good quality of life. After all, poorly controlled blood sugar levels can lead to conditions such as kidney disease, heart

Most people experience some type of stomach discomfort from time to time. But for about 10% of US adults, abdominal pain is caused by a gastric or peptic ulcer.  Ulcers are sores or lesions that develop on your stomach or small intestine. Your digestive system makes a special kind of mucus to protect your stomach

If you’re worried you might have arthritis, you’re in good company. Nearly one-quarter of all American adults have this painful joint condition, which causes swelling, stiffness, and pain.  The board-certified internal medicine providers at Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, specialize in the treatment of this painful joint condition. We also know that