Annette Gonsalves, MD

March is recognized as National Kidney Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and preventing kidney disease. As a primary care physician, I see firsthand how common—and often silent—kidney disease can be. The good news? Early detection and simple lifestyle changes can make a significant difference. National Kidney Month is led by organizations such as the National Kidney Foundation to encourage education, screening, and prevention efforts across the

February is National Heart Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and preventing cardiovascular disease—the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. While heart disease is common, it’s also largely preventable, especially when risk factors are identified early. One of the most effective ways to protect your heart is by keeping up with your annual physical exam . Many people feel fine and assume their heart is healthy, but h

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. But as many as half of people with glaucoma don’t know they have it. Glaucoma has no early symptoms. The only way to check for it is to get a comprehensive dilated eye exam. There’s no cure for glaucoma, but starting treatment as early as possible can help stop vision loss. Anyone can get glaucoma, but some people are at higher risk, including people who: Are ove

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