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## [Top 5 Questions Patients Ask Before Joining a Concierge Medicine Practice](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/questions-concierge-medicine)

 May 30, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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In an industry known for its cautious approach to change, the reputational shift of concierge medicine over the last two decades is remarkable. Fueled by a post-pandemic appreciation of preventive medicine, reasonable membership fees, and most importantly, a broken healthcare system that shows little hope of regeneration, the concierge model has evolved into mainstream acceptance.

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## [How Does Poor Sleep Affect Heart Health?](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/poor-sleep-affects-heart-health)

 May 28, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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If you're one of the many people who toss and turn nightly, you already know that a bout of sleeplessness can hamper your productivity and sap your quality of life. But the ramifications of poor sleep extend far beyond a cranky mood. Research shows that an on-going sleep deficit can ultimately endanger your heart health.

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## [Which Foods Contain Pesticides?](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/foods-and-pesticides)

 May 23, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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A report used data from the [US Department of Agriculture](https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/2019PDPAnnualSummary.pdf) to rank 46 foods that are the most and least contaminated with pesticide residues.  Avoiding pesticides is critical for babies and children because of the damage they can cause to the developing brain. 

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## [5 Lessons From A World-Renowned Happiness Expert](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/lessons-from-happiness-expert)

 May 21, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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Researchers from Harvard University studied adult development, which is the longest-running analysis on adult happiness in the world. They tracked the lives of 700+ participants and 1,300+ descendants over 85 years. Here are 5 life lessons on happiness.

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## [Six Lifestyle Modifications To Reduce Back Pain: Insights from Dr. Andrew Kirschner](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/back-pain-andrew-kirschner)

 May 16, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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Dr. Andrew Kirschner served as the clinical Director of Osteopathic Medicine for Main Line Health‘s family practice residency. He has published two well-reviewed books on back and neck pain, and has spoken extensively on the subject. In this article, Dr. Kirschner discusses six lifestyle modifications that you can make today to help reduce your back pain.

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## [Is Exercise More Effective Than Medication For Depression And Anxiety?](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/exercise-effects-depression-anxiety)

 May 14, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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An expansive [analysis](https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023/02/16/bjsports-2022-106195) of existing research concludes that physical activity should be viewed as a first-choice treatment for people living with mental health issues. The [analysis](https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023/02/16/bjsports-2022-106195) distills the conclusions of nearly 100 meta-reviews of randomized controlled trials. The study is published in *[BJM Sports Medicine](https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023/02/16/bjsports-2022-106195)*.

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## [What is the Impact of Hypertension on Health?](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/hypertension-impacts-health)

 May 09, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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Blood pressure (BP) is the term used to describe the pressure exerted on the arterial walls as blood flows through them, and blood pressure consistently higher than normal is referred to as hypertension. 

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## [Study Confirms the Mental Health Benefits of Weight Training for Older Individuals](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/benefits-weight-trainining-for-elderly)

 May 07, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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Weight training can help reduce body fat and increase muscle strength and mass in older people, contributing to functional autonomy and avoidance of falls and injury. Furthermore, recent studies have shown that it can also benefit the mental health of older people, especially those who suffer from anxiety and depression.

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## [Better Diet Can Help Prevent The Development Of Dementia As People Age](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/better-diet-help-prevents-dementia)

 May 02, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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“[Insights & Implications in Gerontology: The Vital Role of Nutrition in Brain Health](https://www.geron.org/brainhealth)," a new publication from the Gerontological Society of America, explores nutritional choices that have been shown to improve cognition and decrease the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia in older adults.

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## [Exercise Can Be The Cure To Your Insomnia](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/exercise-insomnia)

 Apr 26, 2024 by [Total Access Medical](https://wellness.totalaccessmedical.com/blog/author/total-access-medical)

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In a recent [study](https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/14/3/e067197) published in the journal [*BMJ Open*](https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2022-067197), a team of researchers conducted a longitudinal study over 10 years to understand the association between physical activity and sleep duration, daytime sleepiness, and current insomnia symptoms in adults. 

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