Bella Terra Primary Care

We're celebrating World Kidney Day by staying hydrated and eating a healthy meal! Did you know over half the people on the transplant wait list are waiting for a kidney? There are easy tests to check your kidney health which is why it's important to see your doctor every year for your wellness exam. For those with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or obesity, it's even more important to stay on top of your kidney health. To prevent kidney failure: - Get tested re...gularly - Eat healthy and stay in your target blood sugar range - Lose weight if you are overweight - Get active - Take medications as directed See more

Do you know where your sugars are coming from? Can you read nutrition labels? Check out our first Bella Terra Primary Care blog post! A must-read for people who suffer from weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease.

College athletes who have recovered from COVID-19 need to be carefully screened before returning to sports. Contact your doctor to set up an exam before resuming sports, or if you feel winded during physical activity.

Orange County is now scheduling COVID-19 vaccines for Phase 1B, Tier 1 eligible residents. This includes people who work in: Education Food Service, Grocery and Agriculture Workers Child Care Providers Emergency Services... Orange county mass vaccination sites continue to administer vaccines to residents ages 65+ and people who fall under Phase 1A (critical and healthcare workers). Schedule your vaccine on the https://hubs.ly/H0HGgHZ0 platform and apps.

March is #endometriosisawareness month! Endometriosis is a condition where tissue from the lining of the uterus forms and grows in places outside the uterus. 1 in 10 women suffer from endometriosis, and there is no cure. Endometriosis affects women primarily in their 20's through 40's, but can be seen in teenagers as well. Common symptoms include pain before and during periods, pain with sex, infertility, fatigue, painful urination during periods, painful bowel movements..., diarrhea, constipation, and nausea. Fortunately, new medicines and surgical techniques are available to manage and treat this common condition. If you suspect that you may have endometriosis, contact our office for a consultation to understand your treatment options. See more