A child who struggles to focus in school. An adult recovering from a stroke or traumatic brain injury. A parent who begins forgetting familiar names and places. These situations are often dismissed as "just a phase," "normal aging," or something families simply have...
Statins are medicines that lower "bad" (LDL) cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Doctors often prescribe statins for people with high cholesterol and for those with diabetes, heart disease, or other conditions that increase cardiovascular risk,...
Vaccines help protect you, your family, and your community from serious respiratory illnesses. For many Asian families, older adults often live in multigenerational households, making vaccination an important way to help reduce the spread of illness at home. Two...
November is Diabetes Awareness Month – a time to learn about preventing and managing diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that many adults have prediabetes and may not know it. Early detection and healthy lifestyle habits can help...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to learn about the importance of early detection and preventive care. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regular breast cancer screenings can help find breast cancer early, when treatment...
The first case of HIV/AIDS was identified in 1981, and in 1983, doctors discovered the virus that causes it. In 1987, the United States barred people with HIV from entering the country; that ban remained in place until 2010. Barriers to Care in San Francisco Although...
Doula care is included as part of your Balance by CCHP maternity care. “Doula” means “women who support,” and that is what doulas offer. These women are trained, non-medical professionals who give physical and emotional support to women and their partners during...
Staying current on your vaccinations is one of the easiest ways to take care of your health. Following guidance from the CDC (Centers of Disease Control and Prevention), routine vaccines help prevent serious illnesses and reduce the spread of disease in our...
Stroke, also known as a 'brain attack,' occurs when there is a blockage in blood flow to a part of the brain or when a blood vessel ruptures, potentially causing damage to or the death of brain cells. It is a leading cause of death and long-term disability in adults....
Chinese Hospital is proud to welcome three outstanding specialists to our clinic. Dr. John Maa, a highly experienced General Surgeon, provides care for patients in need of both surgical and non-surgical treatment. With over 20 years of experience, a medical degree...
