How Often Does My Newborn Need to See the Doctor?
You know as an adult you need to see your doctor once a year. However, for babies the rules are different. How often does your newborn need to see the pediatrician anyway? Dr. Amit Reenu Paliwal at Indus Healthcare in Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California, has all the answers you need. He provides regular well-child visits to pediatric patients, […]
How Your Health Needs Change As You Get Older
Once you reach the age of 40, your health needs start to slowly change. Your metabolism slows down, hormones begin to diminish, and your health care needs begin to shift. Past the age of 50, your doctor will begin to add extra items to your annual physical, and once you pass 65, you’re officially considered […]
5 Encouraging Facts About Kidney Disease
Kidney disease is considered to be a chronic condition by the CDC, meaning that in many cases patients may live with it for years and years — possibly even the rest of their lives. However, there’s good news for kidney disease sufferers: there are many things you can do to stay healthy and manage your symptoms. Dr. […]
IUD vs. the Birth Control Pill: Understanding the Differences
Women haven’t always had a choice when it comes to family planning, but the pill changed everything. Later, the intrauterine device (IUD) was developed to provide an even more secure way of preventing pregnancy. Which option is right for you? At Indus Healthcare, with offices located in Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California, Dr. Amit Paliwal provides a […]
4 Ways to Prevent Lung Cancer in Men
Lung cancer is the third-most-common type of cancer in the United States. It’s slightly more common in men than in women, with the chance of a man developing lung cancer being around 1:15 while in women it’s 1:17. At Indus Healthcare, with offices located in Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California, Dr. Amit Paliwal provides a range of men’s health services, including ways […]
Important Benefits of an Annual Physical
Do you consider your annual physical as an annoyance or something you can blow off? You’d be wrong. Your yearly checkup is when your doctor gets a chance to measure key wellness metrics against your baseline, identifying any health issues before they have a chance to develop into serious problems. Indus Healthcare has three locations throughout Pomona, West […]
5 Lifestyle Changes to Make if You Have a Chronic Disease
Is chronic disease or illness starting to change how you live your life? While some effects may be unavoidable, in most cases there are things you can do to proactively reduce the negative impact of chronic disease or your day-to-day existence. At Indus Healthcare in Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California, Dr. Amit Reenu Paliwal provides comprehensive chronic care management as […]
What Is An Occupational Specialist? 3 Ways They Can Help You Return to Work
A workplace injury can feel like the end of the world, but an occupational therapist can help restore your confidence as you work to regain your mobility. The goal is to help you return to work without losing any of your original functionality. At Indus Healthcare, with offices in Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, California, Dr. Amit […]
Fall Prevention Tips for Patients Seeking Geriatric Care
The leading cause of injury for older adults is a simple fall. For younger people, a few bumps or bruises may be no big deal, but for older adults, a fall can prove disabling or even fatal. Whether you’re getting up in years or you’re seeking to protect an aging loved one, being aware of fall prevention […]
4 Differences Between Women’s and Men’s Health Care
Men aren’t from Mars, and women aren’t from Venus; but their health care needs can be quite different. Depending on your biology, you may need specialized care of one sort or another, and your risks for disease and chronic health conditions can vary as well. Indus Healthcare has three locations throughout Pomona, West Covina, and Montclair, […]