Monthly Archives: December 2025

Shingrix vaccine may lower dementia risk!

One important CDC-recommended adult vaccines is Shingrix. Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you’ve had chickenpox, the virus stays asleep in your nerves and can “wake up” years later, causing a painful rash, nerve damage, … Continue reading

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HPV vaccine for the win!

We now know that HPV (human papillomavirus) causes many different cancers. The HPV vaccine which is given to most preteens at 11-12 years of age can be given up to age 45. Studies have shown that patients view HPV vaccine … Continue reading

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Can Probiotics Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Premenopausal Women?

Can Probiotics Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Premenopausal Women? Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are very common in women. Some women get UTIs over and over, even when they drink plenty of water and try to stay healthy. Because … Continue reading

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