Action Medicine, DPC

09/09/2025

Step Into Smarter Health: How Smart Scales Are Changing Weight Tracking
Staying healthy isn’t just about the number on the scale anymore. Smart scales now measure body fat, muscle mass, water weight, and even heart health 💪💧❤️
✅ They keep you motivated with daily feedback
✅ Doctors can use them for remote health monitoring
✅ Affordable options range from $40–$400
They’re not just gadgets—they’re health partners that help you see progress and stay on track.
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Staying on top of your weight used to mean stepping on a bathroom scale and jotting down a number. Today, smart scales are giving that old ritual a serious

09/05/2025

📍 Right here in New England, patients are discovering a better way to access primary care.
As health insurance costs climb, Direct Primary Care (DPC) is offering affordable, transparent pricing and personal relationships with doctors — often for less than the cost of a monthly cell phone bill.
👉 Read the Boston Globe feature: https://hcfama.org/a-doctor-you-can-text-call-and-see-within-a-day-inside-the-growing-model-of-direct-primary-care-boston-globe-march-20-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

09/04/2025

Good sleep is as powerful for your brain as exercise is for your body.

09/03/2025

Big news for Direct Primary Care! 🎉 Starting Jan 1, 2026, patients can use HSA funds for DPC memberships, and costs will count toward deductibles & out-of-pocket maximums. A huge step for accessible, personalized care.
👉 Read more here

09/03/2025

Consistency beats intensity—small steps every day build big results.

09/02/2025

Want to know which brain-boosting supplements are actually worth it? 🧠 Dive into our latest blog to uncover what science really says—and what you're better off skipping. Discover how nutrients like B-vitamins, omega-3s, and magnesium factor into cognitive health—and the importance of dosages, diet, and safety. Your brain will thank you. Read more 👉 https://actiondirectcare.com/supplements-for-brain-health-what-matters-and-what-doesnt/

09/01/2025

08/31/2025

🧠 Your Ears, Your Mouth, Your Brain
Did you know hearing loss and gum health are linked to dementia risk?
• Mild hearing loss → ~90% higher risk
• Severe hearing loss → up to 400% higher risk
• Gum disease → inflammation that can affect your brain

✅ Prevention is simple:
• Get hearing checks from age 50
• Use hearing aids if needed
• Brush & floss daily
• Visit your dentist twice a year

Small habits today can protect your brain health tomorrow.
👉 Read more in our blog: actiondirectcare.com/the-surprising-links-to-dementia

08/22/2025

The Overlooked Brain Killers: Sleep, Smoking, Alcohol & Head Injuries

Did you know smoking increases dementia risk by about 60%? Combine that with poor sleep, alcohol misuse, and untreated head injuries—and the long-term impact on brain health is serious.
The good news? Every small step makes a difference: better sleep hygiene, cutting back on substances, and protecting yourself from injuries.
Read our latest blog for tips on protecting your brain health:

Each of these carries a proven, often underestimated, impact on your risk for dementia—and many are easier to change than you might think.

08/14/2025

🧠✨ Brain Health After Menopause: What Women Need to Know
Menopause brings many changes, but did you know it can also affect your brain health? From memory to mood, understanding these shifts is key to staying sharp and vibrant in the years ahead.
Our latest blog explores how hormonal changes impact the brain — and what you can do to protect and strengthen cognitive function.
Read more here 👉 https://actiondirectcare.com/what-women-need-to-know-about-brain-health-after-menopause/

If you’re a woman in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, and you’ve noticed shifts in mood, sleep, focus, or memory—it’s not just in your head.

08/08/2025

🧠 3 Medical Tidbits You Should Know
1️⃣ Microplastics have been found in human tissues. While we’re still learning how they affect us, early studies suggest links to inflammation, vascular disease, and cancer.

2️⃣ Lung cancer in non-smokers? Recent research ties long-term air pollution exposure to mutations that mimic smoking-induced damage.

3️⃣ 🦷 Flossing just once a week may reduce stroke risk by 22% and cardioembolic stroke by 44%, based on a 25-year study.

🧩 Every small habit—and every unseen exposure—can shape your health.

📚 Read the full blog: https://actiondirectcare.com/3-medical-tidbits-microplastics-lung-cancer-in-non-smokers-and-flossing-for-stroke-prevention/

01/31/2025

Stress is temporary, but peace is always within reach. Take a breath, let go, and find your calm. Meditation made easy with Dr.T's tutorial of the 4,7,8 Breath technique! 🧘‍♂️💆‍♀️