Disease-Specific Prevention

Clinical guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease, metabolic disease, cancer, and other major drivers of early mortality.

Galleri and MCED Tests vs. Standard Screening: What Actually Reduces Cancer Mortality?

Galleri and MCED Tests vs. Standard Screening: What Actually Reduces Cancer Mortality?

Is the Galleri multi-cancer blood test worth it? A physician breaks down MCED trial data, Stage I sensitivity, and why blood tests cannot replace standard cancer screening.

Aug 26, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Normal LDL-C but High ApoB: The Hidden Risk of Lipid Discordance

Normal LDL-C but High ApoB: The Hidden Risk of Lipid Discordance

Normal LDL-C but high ApoB? A physician explains lipid discordance, small dense LDL, and why standard cholesterol panels can miss true cardiovascular risk.

Aug 25, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Lean Insulin Resistance: Why Normal-Weight Individuals Develop Type 2 Diabetes

Lean Insulin Resistance: Why Normal-Weight Individuals Develop Type 2 Diabetes

Can you be thin and have type 2 diabetes? A physician explains lean insulin resistance, the personal fat threshold, the Asian phenotype, and how to manage normal-weight diabetes.

Aug 20, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scans: Refining Cardiovascular Risk with Direct Imaging

Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scans: Refining Cardiovascular Risk with Direct Imaging

What does your coronary calcium score mean? A physician explains how CAC scans work, what Agatston score categories indicate, radiation safety, cost, and differences from CCTA.

Aug 15, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Why Prevention Is Our Most Powerful Weapon Against Alzheimer’s Disease

Why Prevention Is Our Most Powerful Weapon Against Alzheimer’s Disease

Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented? A physician breaks down why current medications are limited and details evidence-based lifestyle, vascular, and metabolic strategies to protect brain health.

Aug 14, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Spotting Insulin Resistance Early: Beyond Fasting Glucose and HbA1c

Spotting Insulin Resistance Early: Beyond Fasting Glucose and HbA1c

Why do standard blood sugar labs miss early insulin resistance? A physician breaks down HOMA-IR, fasting insulin, CGMs, and early metabolic screening strategies.

Aug 13, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Decoding the 2026 Cholesterol Guidelines: Why "Lower for Longer" Is the Essential Strategy for Cardiovascular Health

Decoding the 2026 Cholesterol Guidelines: Why "Lower for Longer" Is the Essential Strategy for Cardiovascular Health

What do the updated 2026 cholesterol guidelines mean for your heart? A physician breaks down ApoB, PREVENT risk tiers, Lp(a), and the "lower for longer" strategy.

Aug 2, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Beyond the Basic Panel: 5 Advanced Lab Tests for Proactive Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health

Beyond the Basic Panel: 5 Advanced Lab Tests for Proactive Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health

Looking to go beyond standard bloodwork? A physician breaks down 5 advanced lab tests—including ApoB, Lp(a), and hs-CRP—that provide deeper insights into long-term health.

Jul 31, 2026 · 5 minRead Article →
Full-Body MRIs for Cancer Screening: Promises, Pitfalls, and How to Decide

Full-Body MRIs for Cancer Screening: Promises, Pitfalls, and How to Decide

Thinking about getting a full-body MRI? A physician breaks down the pros, cons, false-positive risks, and why working with an independent doctor is essential before screening.

Jul 31, 2026 · 6 minRead Article →