Kathryn DeAnzeris, MD

10/02/2025

If I am concerned about your heart health, I may check your levels of myeloperoxidase (MPO) – an enzyme that helps identify your heart attack risk. But it turns out, this test is more valuable than we once thought. A recent study found that elevated MPO levels also suggest a risk for stroke and all-cause mortality. Here’s more on MPO. Let me know if you have any questions. https://bit.ly/4d4umdk

09/25/2025

I have a few patients who have sworn off getting a flu shot because it didn’t work well for them. Sometimes, flu shots aren’t 100 percent effective, but they are considered the best method of flu prevention, lowering your risk of getting sick between 40 and 60 percent. Why don’t flu shots always prevent the flu? Here are three reasons.

Have you (or someone you know) sworn off getting a flu shot because it didn’t work? Sometimes, flu shots aren’t 100 percent effective, but they are considered the best method of flu prevention, lowering your risk of getting sick between 40 and 60 percent. Why aren’t flu shots completely reliab...

09/11/2025

Today we reflect on the victims of 9/11 and their families.

09/09/2025

For years, I’ve encouraged my patients to adopt a Mediterranean style of eating, which includes olive oil. However, olive oil consumption almost doubled between 1990 and 2021, leading to brands offering olive oil at different price points and styles to keep up with the demand. The overwhelming number varieties has made it difficult to select the most appropriate olive oil for you. Here are some tips to make buying olive oil easier. https://bit.ly/42bX3SU

05/25/2023

Many of my patients are living with depression and anxiety. I have a few tactics that help manage their conditions, but I’m always interested in learning about new techniques. One of those is deep brain stimulation — it’s not available yet because more research is needed. Still, it sounds promising. Here’s what you need to know.
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Brain stimulation therapies such as DBS suggest that deep stimulation therapy can help with epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease & other mental disorders.

09/11/2022

Today we reflect on the victims of 9/11 and their families.

09/08/2022

Football season can be both fun and fattening. But these full-flavored, healthy tailgating recipes can help you and guests cheer on your favorite team without guilt.
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Get your game-day buzz on with these winning tailgating snack recipes. They’ll get everyone in the team spirit — and you’ll score points ’cause they’re good for you, too. Buffalo Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Sauce Have your crea

09/05/2022

I hope you have a fun, relaxing Labor Day. If you’re grilling out, check out these five tips for healthy summer grilling. https://bit.ly/3ywXRAa

When summer and Fourth of July rolls around, it’s time to fire up the barbecue grill. If you’re like most people, you love the taste of barbecued and grilled foods. On the other hand, grilling isn’t the healthiest cooking method. When yo

07/21/2022

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Learn why unvaccinated adults may roll up their sleeves for the Novavax vaccine, and how it differs from the three other choices available in the U.S.

07/20/2022