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02/16/2026

WHAT? WHY SHOULD YOU KNOW YOUR SERUM MAGNESIUM LEVEL? : TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH OUTCOMES!!!

Many of you routinely have your A1C measured and recognize the risk if it is high. How many of you know what your serum magnesium level is? It turns out that a normal serum magnesium should be between 2.1-2.4 mg/dL for better health outcomes.

Magnesium levels below 2.1 mg/dL can contribute to the following conditions and possibly other health problems:
Increased risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease
Increased risk of infections
Increased risk of fractures
Increased risk of memory loss or cognitive function
Increased risk of cancer, or poor response to chemotherapy
Increased risk of anxiety and depression
Increased risk of hypertension

Unfortunately, a serum magnesium level is NOT included in the standard blood tests including the basic metabolic panel, nor the comprehensive metabolic panel, so YOU WILL need to request a blood test to determine it from your primary care provider. Please remember, the lab "normal range" is only the average of the values of that population and is not the value that is recommended for good health. The goal is now between 2.1-2.4 mg/dL.

Magnesium comes from a lot of different fruits, nuts, greens, and healthy foods. However, if you are unable to achieve this level with your diet, Magnesium Glycinate (from a company that has a USP approval) 100-200 mg several times daily may help you reach this goal. This is an over the counter supplement that may help you feel a lot better.

Symptoms of a low magnesium may be as vague as fatigue, shortness of breath, skipped heart beats, leg cramps, tetany, and loss of appetite.

Bottom line: KNOW YOUR SERUM MAGNESIUM LEVEL TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH. ASK YOUR PROVIDER TODAY FOR A BLOOD TEST. YOUR GOAL IS A LEVEL BETWEEN 2.1-2.4 mg/dL.

08/29/2025

Whether you voted for Trump or not, your future health is currently at jeopardy because of the actions taken by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy in firing the C.D.C. Director, a medical doctor who has specialized in vaccines and infectious disease, who refused to accept his position on vaccines. Mr. Kennedy does not have a medical degree but instead has a Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University, a Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Virginia School of Law, and a Master of Laws (LLM) from Pace University.
His views on vaccines are not based on scientific vigor, but instead on personal biases.

His actions are NOT in anyone's health interest. Do you want to see a lawyer for your medical care? Accepting his recommendations would amount to that.

The current recommendations that he has proposed are NOT what most medical professionals will recommend.

I for one, feel that everyone should get the flu and the covid vaccines. Not limiting it to only those with medical problems or over the age of 65. The flu vaccine can significantly reduce your risk of having a heart attack, with some studies indicating a reduction of 26% to 50% in the risk of a major cardiovascular event or death from heart disease. This is because the flu causes widespread inflammation, which can make existing plaque in the arteries unstable and prone to rupturing, leading to a heart attack or stroke. The flu shot works by lowering the body's inflammatory response and preventing the infection that triggers it.

If you care about the future of our health, I would suggest that you contact a member of the Senate Health Committee and express your concerns about the future of our vaccines in this country. Here is a link to the members on that committee: https://www.help.senate.gov/about/members

The question you should ask, is do you want someone without any medical experience being in charge of the CDC???

Members | The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions
help.senate.gov
Members | The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions

03/06/2025

Fraud/abuse saving or MURDER?

Here is how Trump's "savings" for the tax break for the rich is going to affect the world's fight against malaria according to the US News and Report By Cecelia Smith-Schoenwalder and Steven Ross Johnson, published 3/4/25
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Malaria
USAID leads the nation’s initiative to combat malaria globally through its running of the President’s Malaria Initiative, which one of its main targets outlined in its 2021-2026 strategy was to reduce cases around the world by 80%.

The U.S. provided more than $1 billion in funding for global malaria activities in fiscal 2024, according to KFF, of which, USAID distributed $795 million.

“All malaria supplies protecting 53 million people, mostly children, including bed nets, diagnostics, preventive drugs, and treatments – terminated,” Gawande, USAID’s former assistant administrator under the Biden administration, posted on social media.

Enrich wrote that USAID discontinuing its funding commitments to combat malaria were estimated to lead up to nearly 18 million additional cases annually, resulting in as many as 166,000 related deaths.

Although malaria is not commonly found in the U.S., Enrich wrote the funding freeze was projected to lead to an additional 2,000 cases in the country each year as the number of cases from overseas travelers increased."

TRUMP AND MUSK OBVIOUSLY DO NOT CARE ABOUT THE HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OF THE WORLD AND MEDICAID AND SOCIAL SECURITY REIMBURSEMENTS WILL BE NEXT!!!

Your personal health and your family will definitely be affected since they have already reduced funding to NIH and medical research is now at a standstill.

Is this really what you voted for??????????????????????????

02/25/2025

The Trump administration has effectively stopped MEDICAL RESEARCH IN THE US!

Yes!! for those of you who have loved ones who have memory issues, cancer, or any other medical problem and were counting on getting help with new therapies, this will not be happening.

The "FRAUD and ABUSE WASTE" elimination has resulted in the hold up of $47 billion research in medicine which the world's leading medical research labs in the US depend on. NIH awards more than 60,000 grants annually.

TRUMP's team has banned the announcements (which have to occur 2 weeks before each hearing) of the grant review hearings INDEFINITELY. This is a necessary step before money can be granted.

Therefore, NO FUNDING can occur even though the judge said the money could not be held up. In effect, the TRUMP administration has blocked the most important step in the process. NIH had to cancel 42 of 47 scheduled grant review hearings last week.

According to the New York Times: "Every dollar the agency spends on research generates more than two dollars in economic activity, the N.I.H. has said. Scores of patents follow. By some measures, the United States produces more influential health-sciences research than the next 10 leading countries combined."

The effectiveness of Ozempic was identified by this research funding.

I am extremely concerned that the actions taken by the TRUMP administration is going to result in the progressive deterioration of the health of everyone living in this country. Now, they are planning on cutting MEDICAID which is estimated to affect 20 MILLION people.

For those of you who voted for TRUMP, please think about the future of your health and your loved ones closely.

01/29/2025

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01/17/2025

Are you frustrated by the lack of time that you have with your primary care provider? Do you have questions about how each medication is supposed to help you or if they are causing side effects? Dr. Mary E. Money, an experienced primary care provider, has established a telemedicine consultation service that can help answer these questions. Although she does not participate with insurances, her fees are designed to be affordable for almost anyone and she is willing to offer discounts when appropriate. She has always tried to focus on the patient by providing plenty of time to answer all of your questions and can carefully review your medical concerns. She also works with all providers to assist with your care. Call today and discuss your health problems with a qualified board certified internist who will carefully listen and provide clarity to your questions.

12/18/2024

Are you frustrated that you no longer have enough time to discuss your medical concerns with your primary care provider and would like to have a second opinion? Dr. Money has transitioned after > 40 years as a primary care provider to now providing second opinions for patients in Maryland by telemedicine. She is able to review your records in most hospitals in Maryland, and will take as much time as necessary to understand your concerns. She is able to order additional tests and x-rays if necessary. Consultations are done when it is convenient for you after work. You can learn more about her diagnostic skills by going to drmarymoney.com.

12/18/2024

Are you frustrated about not having enough time to review symptoms with your primary care provider? Dr. Money has had >42 years as a primary care provider and now is providing second opinions for medical problems by telemedicine. Consultations are reasonably priced and will be done at a time that is convenient for you. She is able to review lab results and takes as much time as necessary to thoroughly understand your concerns. Call today for new piece of mind regarding your health.

07/06/2023

Do you know what your digoxin level is? Your laboratory therapeutic range may NOT reflect the new recommendations. KNOW your value. The ideal range is from 0.5-0.9 ng/ml. However, it could be slightly lower or higher if you are not having any side effects and your heart rate is under good control. However, the old therapeutic range of 0.8-2.0 ng/ml may still be what your lab is referencing when you get your digoxin checked. There are also over 400 medications or over the counter drugs that can affect the level. You should ask your doctor for a standing order to have a serum digoxin checked whenever you request it. That way if another doctor prescribes a new medication, you can get your level checked in 1 week after starting it. Remember, ideally, it should not be over 0.9 ng/ml. Check out the new video on you tube about digoxin toxicity and learn more: https://youtu.be/i9k15MGW0S4
Or go to my website drmarymoney.com and see the video there. Feel free to consult with me if you live in Maryland and have a medical concern you would like a second opinion on.

This brief video explains the current recommendations regarding monitoring the drug DIGOXIN and how they are not sufficient to prevent major harm to patients...

05/12/2023

PROTON BEAM RADIATION FOR CANCER

What is proton beam radiation and how does it compare to standard photon radiation. Proton beam radiation had been available in Baltimore Maryland since 2016 at the Maryland Proton Treatment Center. It is a type of focused radiation that provides a "pencil size" beam to a tumor and "coats" the tumor with radiation like painting layers on the tumor. By being so focused, there is less damage done to the neighboring normal tissues and patients have less side effects. This type of treatment is available for cancers that are localized. It has been used at the MPTC to treat over 30 different cancers from all over the US and the world. In addition, at MPTC, they are also able to incorporate deep thermal radiofrequency treatment of tumors that make them even more sensitive to therapy.

Patients interested in learning more should go to https://mdproton.com/proton-therapy-basics/ for more information.

In addition, for patients who live >40 miles away, the American Cancer Society has a HOPE LODGE in Baltimore where patients can stay free during the treatment. For information about Hope Lodge please go to: https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge/baltimore.html. Recently, patients from Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania besides those from Maryland were all staying there.

Hope Lodge Baltimore
Information for Patients being treated for Cancer in Baltimore

Background: The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. Hope Lodge, Baltimore opened in 1987 and has 26 guest rooms at 636 West Lexington Street, phone: 410-547-2522. Free secured parking is available for guests, and it is located within walking distance of the University of Maryland and the Maryland Proton Treatment Center. Transportation is also available by van service to treatment facilities. Each patient has a private room with a key, with on suite bathroom/shower, and communal kitchen and dining areas. Please refer to https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge/baltimore.html for more information. A staff person is on site 24/7 but is not a medical provider.
Eligibility criteria: Patients must, however, meet certain criteria to stay at the Lodge including permanently residing more than 40 miles away and must be in an active treatment program. Patients may be able to stay by themselves without a caregiver (spouse, friend) in some cases, but the following medical conditions require a caregiver to always be with the patient at Hope Lodge. These include Bone Marrow transplant, stem cell transplant, and brain cancer. If a patient wants to stay by themselves, a caregiver exemption form must be completed by the oncologist or medical provider treating the patient while in Baltimore and must be received by the Hope Lodge staff before the first night. In most cases, patients are expected to need a 3-night stay, but patients can go home during the week or on the weekends depending upon their treatment schedule and leave their possessions in their room for when they return.
Referrals: Patients must be referred to Hope Lodge by the social worker or concierge staff and oncologist at a Baltimore medical center and cannot be self-referred.

04/08/2023

What is the difference between Palliative and Hospice Care?

This is a common question especially since out population is aging. Palliative care is to provide relief from suffering associated with any chronic medical problems and is not limited to the period of time immediately before the end of life. Whereas hospice care, is a type of palliative care that is focused on the 6 months prior to the end of life and must be determined by a professional provider. Hospice is covered by all insurances and the hospice team focuses on not only helping the patient have the best quality of life possible before the final transition, but includes support for the family as well.

This is an area of medicine that I have had extensive experience in counseling patients and their families. It is important to be able to recognize when aggressive medical intervention although it may be recommended, may not be the best choice for the patient. Quality at the end of life is what I have recommended over duration without quality.

This issue is discussed in a recorded presentation. This is the link to that recording: https://youtu.be/OyD_mI3y0nI

Feel free to consult with me about medical treatment choices and whether palliative care or hospice is now appropriate.

This video carefully reviews what palliative care includes and when it is appropriate to ask for a Hospice Consult. Palliative care is to help alleviate any...