What Conditions are Considered Chronic?
Chronic conditions are typically described as ongoing illness lasting more than a year. The condition usually impacts your daily life significantly and/or requires consistent medical care. According to the CDC, 60% of adults in the US have a chronic condition, and 40% have two or more chronic conditions. Dr. Amit Reenu Paliwal provides comprehensive chronic care management at Indus Healthcare. […]
How Often Should My Child Have a Check-Up?
Everyone should get a physical once a year, including children. However, while adults may not otherwise require the attention of a doctor, children need more frequent check-ups to ensure their development is on track. Dr. Amit Reenu Paliwal provides regular well-child visits to pediatric patients at Indus Healthcare. He has three offices, in Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California. […]
What Every Woman Should Know about Heart Disease
According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, accounting for about 1 in 5 deaths. However, many women don’t consider heart disease a possibility until their doctors bring it up, and information about this deadly disease is often geared toward men. So, how do womens’ experiences with heart disease differ, and […]
Common Behavioral Issues in Children
According to the CDC, all children can and will “act out” at various times. However, when their behavior becomes so out of control they’re disrupting their life and the lives of those around them, or especially if they become violent, it’s time to have them evaluated for a behavioral disorder. At Indus Healthcare in Los Angeles and San […]
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Physical
Many people, especially those in good health, consider their annual physical something minor. However, like twice-yearly dental cleanings, these visits are important to your overall health and wellness. Indus Healthcare has three locations throughout Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California. Dr. Amit Reenu Paliwal makes sure you receive all the necessary tests and examinations at your physical, so any issues […]
Top 5 Diabetes Management Techniques
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes or have been having trouble managing your condition, you already know how important it is to keep your blood sugar within a healthy range. While occasional highs and lows are to be expected, a good management plan can help you limit those spikes and keep your diabetes in […]
Myths and Facts About Acupuncture
Have you been hearing or reading about acupuncture, but are unsure if it’s something that could truly benefit you or alleviate any of your symptoms? Acupuncture is a practice that’s surrounded with misinformation and mythology, but it’s actually a scientifically proven, safe, and holistic way to address a range of health problems. Indus Healthcare has three […]
Losing Just 5-10% of Your Excess Weight Can Improve Your Health Dramatically
Many people think of weight loss as a monumental task, where you have to lose an impressive percentage of your body weight for your efforts to “count.” However, this all-or-nothing thinking can be damaging, and even 5-10% of your excess weight is a notable improvement. In fact, shedding any amount of weight can be an […]
Understanding Your Birth Control Options
Birth control and family planning are not new concepts. People have been trying to prevent pregnancy for centuries, but the widespread availability of effective, hormonal birth control is relatively recent. When the birth control pill was approved by the FDA in the United States in 1960, it opened doors for women across the nation, allowing […]
The Dangers of Falling When You Grow Older
Falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults, and many of these injuries can be fatal. The older you are, the more dangerous a fall can be. That’s why it’s important to recognize fall risks in your home and make sure emergency services are never far away. At Indus Healthcare, with offices located in Pomona, West […]