Bay Area Family Physicians. P.C.

09/10/2025

Flossing is an important oral hygiene practice because tooth decay and gum disease can develop when plaque builds up on teeth and along the gum line. If flossing isn’t already part of your routine, getting started today can make a big difference in your oral health.

09/03/2025

Meet Dr. Demos! Dr. Demos is Board certified in Family Medicine. She earned her medical degree at Wayne State University, School of Medicine and completed her residency at St. John Hospital and Medical Center, Detroit. Dr. Demos is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Wayne State University, School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Demos enjoys physical fitness and bikes or jogs almost every day. She loves gardening and spending time with her family.

08/27/2025

For your convenience we are equipped to perform a number of procedures in our office to help diagnose your condition as quickly and cost effectively as possible. We are able to perform most necessary diagnostic tests and get test results with 24 hours. We maintain state-of-the-art equipment. Our lab and x-ray facilities are state inspected and federally certified through CLIA.

08/20/2025

Hearing Aid Use Tied To Reduced Dementia Risk In Patients In Their 60s With Hearing Loss (a 61% decrease)!

MedPage Today reports a study found that “people with hearing loss who started using hearing aids in their 60s had less dementia risk for up to two decades.”

Researchers observed that “over up to 20 years of follow-up, participants ages 60 to 69 who used hearing aids had a 61% lower risk of incident dementia than their counterparts with hearing loss who didn’t use a hearing aid.”

Furthermore, “people in their 60s with no hearing loss also had a lower risk of dementia over time compared with those who had hearing loss and no hearing aid.”

According to MedPage Today, “The analysis may be the first to identify that reduced risk depends on early intervention for hearing loss, the researchers noted.”

The study was discussed in a JAMA Neurology research letter.

08/20/2025

When you are feeling ill the team at Bay Area Family Physicians is here for you. Don't wait, start feeling better sooner. Contact us to schedule an appointment!

08/13/2025

Breathing meditation could work for you if you give it a chance. Take a few minutes right now to sit comfortably and focus on the sensations of your breath — breathing in and breathing out. Let any thoughts that come into your mind drift by without getting involved in them. This takes practice, but it’s worthwhile. Enjoy the stillness.

08/06/2025

Walking meditation is ideal for people who find it difficult to stay still, meditation beginners, and even highly decorated athletes. Here's why it's worth trying.

A walking meditation could be the best way to combine physical and mental fitness. Here's how to start. Plus, the benefits of this practice.

07/30/2025

Many people feel tired or rundown at some point during the day. A lack of energy could affect your daily activities and make you less productive. Here’s a list of 27 foods that have been proven to help promote energy levels.

If you're wondering about energy-boosting foods, you're not alone. This article explores whether certain foods boost your energy and offers other suggestions for promoting daily energy.

07/23/2025

Meet Dr. Paonessa! Dr. Paonessa is Board certified in Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree at U.A.C. and completed his residency at St. John Hospital and Medical Center, Detroit. Dr. Paonessa loves spending time with his family, exercising, and participating in sports. He has a special interest in sports medicine and helping athletes maximize their potential through exercise and good health. He loves traveling and learning about new cultures.

07/16/2025

Experiment with cooked whole grains. They make a delicious substitute for white rice in casseroles, pilaf, or soup. Check cookbooks — especially those with vegetarian recipes — and the internet for ideas. Choose one of these whole grains to try this week: brown rice, wild rice, millet, whole grain barley (not pearled), bulgur (cracked wheat), or whole-wheat couscous.

07/09/2025

You likely know the familiar expression, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Although research shows that eating more apples may not actually be associated with fewer visits to the doctor, adding apples to your diet can help improve several aspects of your health.

Apples are highly nutritious, but you may wonder whether they can really keep the doctor away. This article takes a close look at the old proverb and whether it holds true.

06/25/2025

Do you need care today? Bay Area Family Physicians offers same day appointments. We are able to perform most necessary diagnostic tests and get test results with 24 hours. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2Mur759