6 Ways to Stay Health Over 40

Staying healthy over 40 is vital for keeping energy and quality of life, as this age often brings changes in metabolism, muscle mass, and hormones. Aging increases the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes. By prioritizing health, individuals can boost their physical and mental well-being, helping them enjoy life to the fullest.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝘅 𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀:
1. Keep active
2. Eat a balanced diet
3. Get enough sleep
4. Manage your stress
5. Stay hydrated
6. Schedule regular health check-ups


𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿
Founders Family Medicine in Castle Rock offers personalized care for our patients. We offer preventative and urgent care through visits to our clinic and telehealth appointments. Contact us to schedule an appointment.


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Where Can I Go for Medical Care Without Insurance?

Seeking medical care without insurance can be a big worry for many people.

✅Medicaid - Medicaid is a program in the United States that helps provide health coverage to low-income individuals.

✅Charity Care - To qualify for charity care, patients usually have to meet certain criteria based on their household income and other financial factors.

✅Community Health Clinics - These clinics are a lifeline for those who don’t have insurance, providing essential medical services without any barriers.

✅Urgent Care Centers - They offer immediate medical attention for various non-life-threatening conditions, making healthcare services easily accessible outside of traditional hospital settings.

✅Free Clinics for the Uninsured - These clinics play a vital role in meeting the healthcare needs of uninsured individuals by providing a range of services, from preventive care to specialized treatments, without the burden of financial constraints.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲
👉One option is to check out community organizations that offer free or low-cost clinics. These places may operate on a sliding scale fee structure, meaning they charge based on what you can afford.

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𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
Getting an urgent care appointment can help you get treated quickly, lowering the chances of complications and helping you get back to your routine.

We provide testing, diagnosis, and treatment for strep throat at our Castle Rock urgent care clinic. Avoid the long waits at the emergency room. Instead, get the proven care you need faster and at a more affordable cost.

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗮𝘁
Fever
Pain, especially when swallowing
Abrupt start of sore throat
White patches or pus on tonsils
Swollen or red tonsils
Red spots on the roof of the mouth

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗮𝘁
Booking an urgent care appointment for strep throat helps you get a quick diagnosis and effective treatment. This lowers the risk of complications and spreading the illness.


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𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘁𝘀?
👉Flu shots have varying levels of effectiveness depending on factors like the specific strain of the virus and individual circumstances such as age and overall health. Its effectiveness can change from year to year due to the ever-changing nature of the influenza virus.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲?
✅The flu vaccine can reduce the risk of getting sick with the flu by 40-60%.
✅It can help lessen the severity of the illness and lower the chances of hospitalization.
✅These protect against three or four strains of the influenza virus, respectively.
✅It is crucial to get vaccinated each year because new strains of the flu virus circulate annually.

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘁?
👉It is recommended to get vaccinated before the start of flu season, which usually peaks between December and February. Getting a vaccine later in the season can still provide some benefit as long as there is ongoing circulation of influenza viruses.

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗻'𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗙𝗹𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘁?
✅Pregnant women are often recommended to avoid the flu shot due to concerns about potential risks to the developing fetus.
✅Individuals with severe allergies to any component of the flu vaccine, including egg proteins, are generally advised against getting vaccinated.
✅The flu shot is typically recommended for healthy people aged 6 months and older as a preventive measure against influenza.

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𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀
The overproduction of melanin in the skin, which is primarily caused by sun exposure, hormonal changes, genetics, and aging, is responsible for the development of brown spots on the face. Additionally, genetic factors and age-related changes in the skin can play a role in the formation of brown spots on the face.

𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
✅Lightening creams
✅Retinoids
✅Cryotherapy
✅Laser treatment
✅Chemical peels
✅IPL treatments

𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬
𝐈𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐁𝐂𝐃𝐄 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐲𝐦:
👉A for asymmetry
👉B for irregular borders
👉C for variations in color
👉D for diameter larger than 6mm,
👉E for evolving or changing appearance.

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