San Diego Sports Medicine & Family Health Center

There has been a steady increase in the rates of physical inactivity, especially in high income countries over the past 15 years. In fact, a recent study that the proportion of noncommunicable disease that could be attributed to physical inactivity ranged from 1.6% for hypertension to a shocking 8.1% for dementia. Dr. Courtney O'Bryan discusses this and more in our blog at sdsm.com https://bjsm.bmj.com//early/2021/03/01/bjsports-2020-103640

San Diego Sports Medicine & Family Health Center is proud to provide medical care for the student athletes of San Diego State University. Dr. Doug Dengerink, pi...ctured here with San Diego State University Men's Basketball Athletic Trainer Sergio Ibarra, provided sideline coverage for the Aztecs as they beat the Utah State Aggies in the Mountain West Conference Tournament Championship Game on March 13th. The Aztecs advanced to the NCAA Tournament as a #6 seed and played #11 Syracuse in the first round on Friday, 3/19/2021. While Syracuse prevailed, we are looking forward to next season! Go Aztecs! See more

No shenanigans here...just celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Johnnie Bryant our x-ray tech/MA and Dr. Bernadett!! Happy St. Pat's Day everyone! #getyourgreenon #stpatsday #lifestyle #SDSM #sportsmedicine #spring2021 #fun #family #familymedicine #xray #green #getgreen #celebrate #worklife #workisfun #loveyourjob

We're getting lots of questions about when vaccines will be available to patients. It could be in a few weeks or a few months. Be sure we are able to contact y...ou when vaccines are available. Your access to your provider's electronic medical record is an important tool to stay informed regarding the opportunity to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. If you need a primary care doctor, please call us and we can help! If you already have a primary care doctor, we urge you to contact your provider now. Ask them how to complete the steps to have access to your medical record.

Start the day with a positive thought! Are the kids in a good mood? Does the coffee smell delicious? Did you sleep well? Practice noticing the small things that make life enjoyable and you'll get better and better at seeing the good stuff and less of the 'other' stuff.

The World Health Organization came out with new guidelines for exercise. All adults should get at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic activ...ity per week, including people living with chronic conditions or disability. Children and adolescents should get an average of 60 minutes per day. Adults should also include strength training 2 days a week. This is important to maintain balance and prevent falls as we age, as well as to improve bone and metabolic health. You can download the WHO Guidelines here for more ways to be active and improve your health. file:///Users/lindaillingworth/Downloads/9789240015128-eng.pdf See more

Stay at home orders certainly cause a change of course. It's uncomfortable navigating rough waters---especially ones we might be all too familiar with. While you might be getting better at it, it may also feel unbearable. We get it and are here for you. We can discuss your needs and provide or connect you with the proper care. It helps to share...What things are you doing to take care of yourself to support others?

Our celebrations may be more intimate this year, yet we can be grateful for everyone in our lives that we can and can't be with right now. There is hope on the horizon for reuniting with all of our loved ones soon. Wishing you the happiest of Thanksgivings from the Physicians and entire staff at SDSMFHC!

Did you know that chamomile and lemon balm tea are safe to give to children to help them sleep? Many OTC aids are safe but which ones? Linda Illingworth, RDN ex...plores herbal and other sleep aids in our December 11 newsletter. You can book a nutrition consultations with Linda by calling our Point Loma office! https://www.sdsm.com/2020/12/7268/ See more

Is it a cold, flu, allergies or COVID? Allergies: Do not cause fever, muscle aches, or chills. Colds: Respiratory symptoms, doesn't involve the whole body. Flu...: Muscle aches, fever, fatigue, together with respiratory symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea) COVID: Many symptoms including respiratory or gastroenteric systems. Loss of taste or smell and debilitating fatigue are characteristic symptoms. Get more details from Dr. Anthony... https://www.sdsm.com/2020/12/7268/ See more

Wishing you the happiest of holidays! From the Physicians and Staff at SDSMFHC-Urgent Care PB.

How you choose to feed your baby is a highly personal decision. Yet, if it is possible, the AAFP recommends breastfeeding, and/or for babies to receive expresse...d human milk exclusively for the first six months of life due to the many health benefits. Breast milk contains the probiotic bacteria and prebiotics that help babies form healthy immune systems and digestive tracts. Breast feeding benefits moms in supporting postpartum weight loss, reducing depression, type 2 diabetes, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and other conditions. Breast fed children experience lower risk of acute otitis media, gastroenteritis, atopic dermatitis, and life-threatening conditions such as severe lower respiratory infections, necrotizing enterocolitis, and sudden infant death syndrome. you can learn more about the choice to breastfeed at the AAFP link here: https://familydoctor.org/why-should-i-breastfeed/ See more

Help Rescue Christmas! Kroc Center Toy Drive SDSMFMC is collecting toys to support the Kroc Center Rescue Christmas Toy Drive for families in need. You can drop off a new unwrapped toy at one of our donation boxes at our Pacific Beach and Alvarado clinics now through December 16th. Spread some cheer!

Missing those hugs????? Well now you can hug! Dr. Jeff Anthony was featured on The Four CBS-8 sharing how to hug safely during the pandemic. YES! There is a S...AFER way! Check out all of Dr. Anthony's advice and how-to so you can give a SAFER COVID-19 hug. #hugs #covidhugs #covid #sdsm #sportsmedicine #sandiego #wellness #wellnessmedicine #jeffanthony #cbs8 #CBS #The4 https://www.cbs8.com//509-459112fc-636d-45ff-902c-3c527edb See more

A must read about Dr. Ken Anderson's experience with Sudden Cardiac Arrest....do you know where to find an AED? It could save a life!

Sorry cats...we think most cats will probably object to this post! As we roll into flu season here's another thing to think about. Cats can get and transmit the... seasonal flu. While they mostly share it with other cats, they can give it to humans. There have also been a few reports of cats getting COVID-19. To be safe, limit your cats exposure to other cats and humans that aren't from your immediate household. If that is not possible, be sure to wash your hands after petting or playing with any pets that socialize with non-household pets or humans. https://www.cdc.gov//2019-n/daily-life-coping/animals.html See more

1 in 7 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Know the symptoms of breast cancer. Check in with doctor if you have any of the following symptoms... -New l...ump in the breast or underarm or armpit. -Thickening or swelling of part of the breast. -Irritation or dimpling of breast skin. -Redness or flaky skin in the nipple area or the breast. -Pulling in of the nipple or pain in the nipple area. -Nipple discharge other than breast milk, including blood. -Any change in the size or the shape of the breast. -Pain in any area of the breast. To learn more, visit https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/symptoms.htm

Fall at the beach....what feels different from our summer days in PB to you?

Dr. Jeff Anthony says, 'Women should not ignore this symptom'. The #1 sign of poor health that no woman should ignore is nausea. We often associate nausea with... poor food choices, food poisoning, poor digestion, or even pregnancy. Yet in women, nausea can be a sign of a serious illness like heart disease. Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in American women and accounts for one-fifth of their total deaths. Women often have very different symptoms of diseases than men experience. Subtle signs of heart disease in women include: Neck, jaw, shoulder, upper back or abdominal discomfort Shortness of breath Pain in one or both arms Nausea or vomiting Sweating Lightheadedness or dizziness Unusual fatigue Indigestion So stay on top of your health, ladies. If you experience any of the above signs, check in with us at any of our clinics for evaluation. Early detection save lives.

As the COVID-19 experience continues it's important to do your best to manage stress. Stress can wreck havoc on your immune system, moods, and health. Here's so...me tips to practice each day to lighten the load. Don't forget, we're always here for you. You can safely come into our offices or be seen by televisit for safety. Give us a call or message your provider through our health portal if you have questions or are struggling with your health or feelings of hopelessness. We can get through this together! See more

Self care isn't selfish. Taking steps to ensure you are getting the nourishment, movement, sleep, and respite you need allows you to be your best. So make time for self care!

We can't make it all go away, but we promise to be here for you through the continued COVID-19 experience! If you have any loss of taste or smell, fever, cough, or other flu like symptoms we can help----CALL FIRST, so we can instruct you on how to be seen safely at Urgent Care! We are here to help!!!!

Getting kids back to school can be stressful enough, without the complications COVID-19 has created. Kids can thrive in creative situations and we can help them... stay calm and feel safe. Try these communication tips to help both kids and parents manage these uncertain times. Encourage kids to talk about their feelings. Keep it developmentally appropriate. Focus on what they can do to stay safe. Stick to routines. Manage your own anxiety. See more

Asymptomatic COVID-19 increased by masks, #1 symptom women should not ignore, our 1 year anniversary in PB, and meet our newest therapist all in the Sept 18 Newsletter from San Diego Sports Medicine - https://mailchi.mp/a527e242ff35/newsletter-august-5961793