Dr. Micaela Aleman

11/20/2023

As you consider health coverage for the upcoming year, don't forget to avail yourself of reliable websites to help you select the plan that is best for you. For Medicare Part D plans, go to:

11/18/2023

If you find yourself with a couple of hours of free time tomorrow, consider this awesome event: The Austin Powwow. I first became acquainted with this beautiful gathering during my college years in Palo Alto.

10/28/2023

Reminding everyone to make time for vaccines. Please drop in even if you don't have an appointment. I picked up a few essentials for the home while I was worked in by my favorite pharmacist, Oscar at Costco.

10/08/2023

I came across this brief educational piece re the number of prescriptions that patients take. Please look at your meds, those of your loved ones or share with friends.

This JAMA Patient Page describes the problem of polypharmacy and its consequences, and how deprescribing can reduce polypharmacy.

04/01/2023

Another chance for disposing of expired medications and or narcotics safely!

03/16/2023

03/14/2023

Have you considered making your birth month your health month? I did! This leads me to ask: did you know 45 is the new 50? It is when it comes to screening for colorectal cancer given the number of young adults that are being diagnosed with cancer. Please schedule an appointment with your primary care physician (some insurance co require referrals) or you can schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist (GI doctor).

CDC - Blogs - The Topic Is Cancer – 45 Is the New 50 for Colorectal Cancer Screening - Perspectives on a variety of cancer-related topics, hosted by CDC

03/11/2023

I would be remiss if I did not remind you to love your kidneys!!!

Found on Google from www.worldkidneyday.org

03/09/2023

Happy International Women's Day!