The Importance of Recognizing Peripheral Artery Disease: Top Five Signs to Seek Medical Care

The Importance of Recognizing Peripheral Artery Disease: Top Five Signs to Seek Medical CareBy: Melinda Goodwin, RN, MBA, FNP Published on: 02/01/2025

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common but often underdiagnosed condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when fatty deposits, or plaques, build up in the arteries, reducing blood flow to the limbs, most commonly the legs...

General WellnessPhysical HealthJan/Feb 2025
The Importance of Recognizing Peripheral Artery Disease: Top Five Signs to Seek Medical Care

The Importance of a DEXA Scan for Overall Health and Wellness

The Importance of a DEXA Scan for Overall Health and WellnessBy: Melinda Goodwin, RN, MBA, FNP Published on: 31/12/2024

A Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) scan is a powerful diagnostic tool widely used to measure bone mineral density (BMD) and assess body composition. While it is often associated with older adults and osteoporosis screening, this simple...

General WellnessPhysical HealthJan/Feb 2025
The Importance of a DEXA Scan for Overall Health and Wellness