The buzz about caffeine: how much is too much?
Every day, about 90 percent of Americans consume caffeine in some form. More than half of the adults in the country consume 300 milligrams a day, making it America’s most…
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Holiday family recipes (and alternatives) from doctors
The holidays are an opportunity to pause, look back over the year and reflect on everything there is to be grateful for. But we all know it’s what comes after…
Healthcare 101: Three tips to stay healthy in your 40s
People often panic when they hit their 40s, nervous that their best years are behind them and their body is going to start breaking down. Those in their 40s are…
Three key questions about sex over 65
As we age, our body changes, and our sex life changes with it. But just because it’s different doesn’t mean it has to be bad. Tryon Medical Partners’ gynecology team…
Medicare myths and facts
Enrolling in Medicare can be daunting; knowing which parts to pick and what clinicians are covered can present a laundry list of questions. Heather Dyke is the revenue cycle director…
Three doctor-approved tips for a better night’s sleep
Finding yourself yawning and sneaking in naps during the day? That’s not uncommon. Almost half of all Americans say they feel sleepy during the day as often as seven days…
Three facts everyone should know about IUDs
While the pill is still the most widely-used form of contraception among American women, the intrauterine device (IUD) is steadily becoming one of the most common forms of birth control.…
End-of-life planning: three tips for a tough conversation
Whether your loved one has just experienced a major health event or they’re simply getting older, end-of-life conversations are a necessary step in being ready when the time comes. Although…
A Tryon doctor shares her breast cancer journey
We often search for physicians who can empathize with what we’re going through, whether it is a head cold or a life-changing diagnosis. At Tryon Medical Partners, patients don’t have…
Ready to start a conversation about your senior loved ones’ health care? Here’s how
Perhaps your parents are getting to an age when they are leaning on you for additional support getting to medical appointments. Maybe they’ve just received a diagnosis that means they’ll…