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How to See a Doctor or Specialist Sooner
 Read Online | November 15, 2025 How to See a Doctor or Specialist Sooner(UliAb/Shutterstock)It starts with a call. The receptionist is polite, but the first available appointment is three weeks away.For millions of Americans, health care begins with a wait. For many, walk-in clinics have replaced family medicine.“People have started to accept that,” Dr. Dorothy Serna, a primary care physician who left traditional practice for a concierge model, told The Epoch Times. “They think, ‘I can’t get my doctor, so I won’t even try. I’ll just go to urgent care. I’ll wait. I’ll Google it.’”Such scenarios have become the norm.Whether it’s finding a new doctor, landing a specialist appointment, or just breaking through your provider’s backlog, the challenge is access. Some patients manage access by knowing how the system works. Learning specific tactics won’t fix the shortage, but they can shift the odds in our favor. (Read more)Smokers leave unique molecular signatures in their bones that, even after centuries of burial, can still reveal their smoking habits.Rates of high blood pressure in children have almost doubled since the turn of the century.☀️ It’s Saturday. Thank you for reading Wellness, a subscriber-only newsletter.  Matthew LittleSenior Health EditorI’d like to hear from you – wellness@epochtimes.nyc 🏥 Health NewsNew Syndrome Affects 90 Percent of Americans–And You’ve Probably Never Heard of ItNearly every American adult has cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, but few have heard of it. Now, the American Heart Association (AHA) is sounding the alarm on CKM, a cluster of interconnected diseases that doctors have been treating separately for decades.The condition encompasses heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and obesity—significantly increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. Despite affecting roughly 90 percent of U.S. adults, few people have heard of it, according to a recent AHA survey. (Read more)More Health News:An extensive new study suggests that regular melatonin users face a higher risk of heart failure, hospitalization, and even death. Two new papers diverge on whether the active ingredient in Tylenol leads to developmental disorders in children.An FDA recall for baby formula has been expanded after a sample from the formula tested positive for the bacteria that causes infant botulism.Restless leg syndrome is linked to a small increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, but the medications used to treat it appear to offer protection.Going gray may be a sign your body has eliminated potentially cancerous cells, according to recent research.💕 RelationshipsPeopleImages/ShutterstockThe Hidden Costs of Always Being Busy BeingAcross the United States, research shows that longer work hours and increasingly busy lifestyles are leaving people more socially isolated than ever. While workaholics may appear to be high achievers, their relentless drive often comes at a cost to their health and relationships.Many people tie their self-worth to constant productivity. Tying self-worth to performance can push people to work hard, but it also increases stress and reduces genuine enjoyment and persistence. Finding Your PauseBreaking the cycle begins with redefining your identity—seeing yourself through who you are rather than what you do.“The goal isn’t to stop achieving, but to let your sense of achievement expand beyond work—to include living by your values, doing what brings joy and fulfillment, and nurturing meaningful relationships,” Jill Vance, a clinical psychologist and founder of Mentella Health, told The Epoch Times. Experts interviewed share the following strategies to help you slow down:Start Small: Take micro-breaks throughout the day, such as a short walk, a quick stretch, or a moment to breathe. These pauses help regulate your nervous system and emotions.Manage Your Time Wisely: Create space for social interactions and meaningful activities.Join Social Groups or Communities: To connect with like-minded people.Engage in Shared Relaxation or Meditation Practices: To strengthen emotional bonds.Know Your Numbers: Regularly monitor your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.Prioritize Sleep: To support your body and mind’s recovery.(Read more)ADVERTISEMENT ☀️ A Few Good Things✍️ Health Viewpoint: Treat the Root Cause, Not the Symptom by Mollie Engelhart 🍿 Watch: Take a captivating journey alongside martial artists as they seek to uncover the very essence of their discipline. (Watch on EpochTV)🎵 Listen: ‘Drunken Fisherman Singing in the Sunset’ performed on the guqin by Ziying Zhao (Listen)🔬 Premium Article of the Week 👇PHOTOS BY GETTY IMAGES, UNSPLASHDefending a Child’s Brain🍵 Food & NutritionIllustration by The Epoch Times, ShutterstockKefir: One of the Oldest Functional Beverages That Boosts Your Gut Bacteria DiversityKefir is one of the world’s oldest functional beverages. Originating in the mountains of the Northern Caucasus, Russia, it was enjoyed by people who were believed to have some of the longest lifespans in the world. Today, science is catching up—revealing the many ways in which kefir supports our health. Some of the key nutrients in kefir include:Protein: A one-cup serving of kefir contains 9.21 grams of protein. Adults need at least 0.36 grams of protein per pound of body weight daily. Probiotics: Kefir is known for its diverse content of probiotics—live microorganisms that, in adequate amounts, provide us with health benefits. The probiotics in kefir come from multiple strains of bacteria and yeasts.Calcium: One cup of kefir offers 36 percent of the daily value of calcium recommended for adults (316 milligrams).B Vitamins: One cup of kefir provides 25 percent of the daily value for vitamins B12 and B2 that adults need. (More)Thank you for reading 🙏 Have a wonderful day! – Matthew Little and Wanlun. Copyright © 2025 The Epoch Times, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: The Epoch Times. 229 W. 28 St. Fl. 7 New York, NY 10001 | Contact Us Our Wellness newsletter is one of the best ways to catch up with the news. Manage your email preferences here or unsubscribe from Wellness here. |
