Disease-Specific Prevention
Clinical guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease, metabolic disease, cancer, and other major drivers of early mortality.
Is Whole Genome Sequencing Worth It for Preventive Health? A Physician's Guide
Is whole genome sequencing worth it for preventive health? A physician breaks down WGS technology, polygenic risk scores, GINA insurance laws, and clinical utility.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.