Every year, on the third Thursday of November, people participate in the Great American Smokeout to encourage smokers to quit smoking for one day, with the ultimate goal of quitting smoking altogether. Smoking is a leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide, and quitting has a host of benefits for both your health and social life. […]

As we age, we need to be more vigilant about our health. The older you get, the more important it is to have regular visits with your primary care physician (PCP) and stay on top of health screenings. While some of these screenings are recommended by doctors for all adults, others are specific to seniors. […]

After months of following shelter-at-home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic, California residents now have another reason to stay inside: dangerously poor air quality from a series of wildfires that continue to burn across the state. Wildfire smoke can cause a variety of health issues. It can irritate your lungs, affect your heart health, cause […]

Deciding to quit smoking is a big step. Following through is just as important. Quitting tobacco, vaping and nicotine addiction isn’t easy, but others have done it, and you can, too. Your health matters! Here’s what you’ll get when you quit smoking: Lowered risk for lung cancer and many other types of cancer. Reduced risk […]

If you’re motivated to stop your cigarette habit, here’s how to start It’s never too late to quit smoking. No matter how long you’ve smoked, or your age when you decide to quit, you will be doing yourself—and those around you—an enormous favor when you do.  Smoking is the No. 1 preventable cause of premature […]