DerVan Healthcare Services A Family Practice

05/11/2023

Hepatitis Awareness Month

As we celebrate this "Hepatitis Awareness Month", we provide an opportunity to recognize individuals affected by viral hepatitis such as vaccination as an early intervention. Call us!

05/10/2023

Fact About High Blood Pressure

Nearly half of the population including young people aged 20-44 have high blood pressure, it does not show any signs of symptoms. Contact us now!

Read: https://tinyurl.com/5ba9jw7b.

05/09/2023

Mayo Clinic reported high cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and heart attacks. You can prevent additional healthcare costs by understanding the disease and committing to lifestyle changes, even little by little, every day.

Thus, these are the recommendation for improving your high cholesterol level:

- Reducing your saturated and trans fat consumption
- Eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids
- Getting your ideal weight
- Quitting smoking
- Getting checked with your doctor regularly

You can improve your high cholesterol today!

04/26/2023

You can be at risk of certain illnesses due to travel, stress, job, lifestyle, and others. Vaccines help you fight off disease-causing and preventable germs, bacteria, and viruses. Immunization shots are available in our clinic.

04/25/2023

Preventive Health Care

Prevention is better than a cure. Not only does preventive health care avoid critical complications in the future, but it also saves healthcare costs. The goal is to address all signs of a medical issue before it gets catastrophic.

04/24/2023

Although many don’t pose serious issues, acute illnesses such as colds or sore throats can still disrupt daily life functions. Some can even be severe and sudden in onset. Acute conditions like asthma attacks may lead to chronic problems if left untreated.

Other health problems that need immediate treatment are stroke, headache, cough, fever, and many others.

If you need to feel better by addressing your health concerns effectively, please schedule an appointment with us.

04/19/2023

Our clinic specializes in addressing the complex healthcare needs of women ranging from Pap smear tests, cervical cancer screening, and PMS treatment.

Contact us today for a range of care services purposely designed for women.

04/18/2023

Cardiovascular Health

According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. But it is largely preventable. You can considerably reduce your risk for heart disease through lifestyle changes.

Source: https://bit.ly/3KRbaVK

Learn about heart disease signs and symptoms, risk factors, and how to prevent it.

04/17/2023

Millions of people in the United States have high levels of cholesterol. High cholesterol can cause several health problems. Certain health conditions like diabetes and obesity can raise your risk for high cholesterol.

Other health problems like hypertension, stroke, gallstones, and heart attack result from high cholesterol levels. High blood cholesterol doesn’t have any symptoms. That is why getting your cholesterol levels checked is so important.

We encourage you to schedule an appointment with us today.

04/13/2023

Autism Acceptance Month

Acceptance of autism as a natural condition in the human experience is a necessity. In a world where every community member can connect to the support they need, acceptance, in our opinion, is necessary. As a result, autistic persons can attain their full potential.

04/12/2023

A Healthier Lifestyle

Health is a vital aspect of living a high quality of life. Take responsibility for your health by having a healthier lifestyle through:

-Exercise
-Nutrition counseling
-Smoking cessation

This way, we can help ourselves deal with health conditions.

04/11/2023

There are more sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) than you would realize. Not all STDs cause visible symptoms. You might not even be aware that you have an illness. However, STDs are preventable.

Most are treatable with medicine, and some are curable entirely. That is why getting an STD test is necessary. All adults and adolescents ages 13 to 64 should undergo this testing type at least once.

Please see us today.

04/05/2023

Nearly half of American older adults have high blood pressure. Many don’t even know they have it, earning it the name “silent killer.” The best way to determine if you have high blood pressure is to have your blood pressure checked by your doctor.

04/04/2023

How to Tell If You Have an Asthma Attack

Knowing the symptoms of an asthma attack will help you manage your asthma. Coughing, chest pain, wheezing, and difficulty breathing are all possible symptoms of an asthma attack. They do not, however, present themselves uniformly in every case.

Source: https://bit.ly/3YjnRMh.

CDC answers frequently asked questions about asthma, asthma attacks, and how to control asthma.

04/03/2023

Did you know? Even modest weight loss can translate to far-reaching benefits. Healthy weight loss isn’t about fad diets or programs but lifestyle changes.

Depend on a healthy diet and regular exercise to sustain your health over the long run. For proper hydration, you must consume a lot of water. Also, get enough hours of sleep to recharge your body.

Talk to us if you are concerned about your weight or your health.

03/29/2023

People who have a high risk of flu complications are usually advised to take antiviral drugs as a treatment. Consult with our doctor for flu testing, immunization, and the ideal treatment for your health condition.

03/28/2023

Smoking Cessation

As part of our mission to help people improve their health, we offer counseling and guidance in smoking cessation. Quitting smoking at any age can result in substantial improvements in our health.

03/27/2023

With proper medication and care, flu usually gets better after a few days. However, in some severe cases, flu can develop into pneumonia which can be life-threatening. We advise flu immunizations and seeking medical help when experiencing severe flu symptoms.

DerVan Healthcare Services A Family Practice provides immunizations, treatment, and health education for flu and many other health conditions. Feel free to contact us at 202-652-1378 or visit us at 3849 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC.