Celebrating Over 30 Years Serving the Tucson Community!
I'm a native born Tucsonan who graduated from the University of Arizona and trained in Tucson hospitals. Since 1984, I have worked in my community as a primary care physician. I treat patients with all types of medical conditions that can often create significant impacts on their lives, such as obesity, arthritis, cardio vascular, and… Continue reading Who Is Dr. Susan Courtney?
The Global Council on Brain Health recommends adherence to six pillars to promote brain health. They include staying socially engaged, engaging the brain, managing stress, exercising, getting restorative sleep, eating well. What we eat has a significant impact on every aspect of our health. Foods that lack nutritional value and are overly processed can increase… Continue reading Mind What You Eat, for Brain Health
More than 1.5 million Americans have been killed by gun violence since 1968 than in all U.S. wars combined. Friday, June 14th, the Supreme Court overturned a ban on bump stocks. Machine guns have been banned since 1934 because they were often used by criminals during the Prohibition period. The most famous was Al Capone's… Continue reading If It Walks Like a Duck. . .
Over the years, we've heard a variety of information about whether alcohol consumption is good for our health. Some data said red wine was good for the heart, other stories said moderate consumption could help lower cholesterol and even increase blood flow. But the most recent information points to a different story. No alcohol consumption-… Continue reading Moderate Alcohol Use Increases Blood Pressure, Impacts Weight Loss
Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of health concerns that impact the heart and blood vessels. In the United States, it is estimated that nearly 50% of adults have some kind of cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure, with many not being aware of their health condition. Sometimes, lifestyle adjustments… Continue reading 61% of Americans Will Have Some Kind of Cardiovascular Disease by 2050.
Previously we shared that consuming fruit juice had been linked to an increased risk of certain cancers. At that point, it was thought that the cause behind the increased risk was an increased level of visceral fat (which impacts how the body processes insulin, estrogen, and other hormones), higher blood sugar levels, and inflammation- all… Continue reading Recent Beverage Recalls Raise Concern