Concierge Medicine of Buckhead

09/28/2021

Tomorrow we celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day! Take this opportunity to care for yourself. Join a walking group, attend a webinar on reducing stress, learn how to meditate – or simply grab a friend and head outdoors for some exercise in the crisp fall air. To learn more about women’s health, please contact us directly. https://marcharriganmd.com/

09/14/2021

September is National Fruits & Veggies Month, a month-long celebration of everyone’s favorite and flavorful plants – fruits and veggies! To celebrate, we thought we would share a link to some very healthy recipe ideas. If you have some of your own, please feel free to share in the comments below.
https://fruitsandveggies.org/recipes/

09/09/2021

FLU SEASON REMINDER: While it’s always a good idea to get the flu vaccine each year, covering your cough and washing your hands is as important as ever!! Click the link below to learn more about healthy habits that can protect you against the flu.

Practice good health habits to stop the spread of germs and prevent illnesses like flu.

08/30/2021

Many of us have heard that 10,000 steps a day is the magic number to preserve and promote good health! But is it too much? Too little? Read our article on the origins of the 10,000 step “movement” and see for yourself!

Are 12,000 steps better, or will 6,000 work equally well? From casual strollers in the ...

08/16/2021

COVID-19 UPDATES
As people start going back to the workplace and kids head back to school, it is as important as always to be COVID informed. Find updates and CDC guidance here https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html and for Fulton County here https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/.../health.../public-health

08/10/2021

HYDRATE TO PREVENT HEAT ILLNESS
Making sure to drink enough fluids, especially during the summer months, is one of the most important things you can do to prevent heat illness. Quick Tip: Drink before you feel thirsty.
To learn more about hydration click the following link:
https://bit.ly/CDC_Hydration

07/26/2021

Health Tip: Were you aware that cutting back on sugar in your diet can produce a number of important benefits? Too much sugar can lead to poor oral health, obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Click to read the full article below.

The Art of Cooking Without Sugar A Chef’s Tasteful Look at Taking Sugar Off the Table In part two of our series with professional chef Stan Hodes, he shares some artful substitutes, both natural and man-made, to sweeten up recipes without dipping into the sugar bowl. “It’s almost impossible to...

07/19/2021

Can you believe it? We are halfway through 2021!
What better time to revisit how you can use mindful eating, body positivity and resilient thinking to meet this year’s unique challenges.

If you didn’t catch our Anti-Resolution article back in January, give it a read.

New Year’s Resolutions Are So 2020! What are your 2021 Anti-Resolutions? Year after year, the pattern rarely varies. Resolutions made, promptly followed by resolutions broken. The odds of sticking to New Year’s resolutions are, in fact, completely stacked against us, as research shows a paltry s...

07/07/2021

Summer is here! Enjoy time outdoors with family & friends safely by knowing some key facts about ways to prevent skin cancer.

Please click on this helpful infographic from The Skin Cancer Foundation and visit SkinCancer.org for details.

07/02/2021

Wishing everyone a safe and healthy 4th of July weekend!

06/23/2021

For many of us, the flowering trees and mild weather of spring and summer are clear indicators that allergy season has arrived. Click here https://marcharriganmd.com/patient-news/medical-conditions/a-quick-guide-to-seasonal-allergies/ to read our recommendations for reducing the effects of seasonal allergies and some treatment options. And of course, please don’t hesitate to call our office with any questions you may have!

06/18/2021

Happy Father’s Day to all the great dads in our lives! We hope you all have a terrific day with family and loved ones.

06/15/2021

When you reach for a pain reliever, what are you most likely to use? And does it matter? Many popular pain relievers appear similar and aim for the same results, yet their effects can vary. Click here https://marcharriganmd.com/patient-news/a-guide-to-the-power-players-in-pain-relief-3/ to review our guide to today’s most recognizable over-the-counter (OTC) pain relief products.

06/11/2021

June is Men’s Health Month and the perfect time to get those annual checkups on the calendar. Call our office today to schedule an appointment! For general information on when to schedule checkups and screenings, visit http://www.getitchecked.com/

03/17/2021

Colorectal cancer is one of the country’s most preventable illnesses…but you need to catch it early with a colonoscopy

Recognize colorectal cancer awareness month in March by learning more about this lifesaving screening. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that today’s colonoscopy experience is highly manageable, with more palatable prep, a pain-free procedure and swift results. Click for more information that will help you eliminate the fear and stay healthy. https://marcharriganmd.com/patient-news/fighting-the-colonoscopy-fear-factor/

01/05/2021

Happy New Year!!

May your 2021 be filled with happiness and good health!

11/06/2020

What’s the beef with red meat these days? We give you the scoop on how red meat has gone from taboo to acceptable and back again here.https://marcharriganmd.com/patient-news/how-red-meat-went-from-taboo-to-acceptable-and-back-again-2/

10/25/2020

Masks work!!! This is a helpful article.

Face masks may help slow the spread of the coronavirus. Learn about the types of masks, which type you should use and how to wear it properly.