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Sleep Success: How to Hack Your Way to Better Sleep

Aug 18

After a long day, there's nothing better than crawling into bed for a restful night of sleep. But did you know you can optimize your sleep and set yourself up for success by following an intentional pre-bed routine? As a doctor, I often prescribe evidenced based "sleep hygiene" to my patients who are having trouble sleeping.

Know the Signs of a Heat-Related Illness

May 20

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and people will be outside enjoying the warm weather. Permanente adult and family medicine physician Jason Singh, MD, spoke with WTOP and offered summer safety tips and explained the signs of heat-related illnesses.

Young Adults are Getting the Flu: Here's How to Reduce Your Risk

Jan 04

As college-aged kids return home from school for winter break, they may be bringing the flu home with them. The flu was nearly non-existent in 2020, but data shows the virus is back in a big way – and young adults are the ones getting sick. Permanente adult and family medicine physician Jason Singh, MD, spoke with WJLA about the best ways for people of all ages to lower their risk of getting the flu this season.

4 Tips to Keep Your Family Safe this Flu Season

Sep 08

Doctors are anticipating an increase in flu cases this year because more people are out and about. This is on top of rising COVID-19 cases due to the highly transmissible Delta variant. Permanente Medicine adult and family medicine physician Jason Singh, MD, spoke with NBC4 about how you can keep your family safe this flu season amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Remember the Three Bs": Physician Shares Healthy Living Tips for Men

Jun 21

June is Men’s Health Month, and men are encouraged to step back and take stock of their health. When doctors stratify the top ten leading causes of death by sex, men lead in nine out of the ten categories. Board-certified family medicine physician Jason Singh, MD, told WTOP that preventative care is the key to men living longer, healthier lives.

"It's Not Unmanly": Permanente Physician Encourages Men to Make Health a Priority

Jun 15

June is Men’s Health Month, and Permanente internal medicine physician Jason Singh, MD, wants all men to use this month as motivation to take better care of their health.

How to Get Your Health Back on Track

Jun 10

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people put off taking care of themselves. There are understandable reasons why, including being overwhelmed with work responsibilities, worrying about finances, juggling childcare and feeling afraid to seek non-emergency medical care during a pandemic.

Getting the Inside Scoop on Mammograms

Sep 07

Friends, let's have an open discussion about mammograms. This breast cancer screening procedure has saved countless lives, but it often gets a bad rap for being painful and inconvenient.

Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide for Weight Loss

Sep 27

For those looking to shed excess pounds, new medications semaglutide and tirzepatide are generating buzz. As a doctor, patients often ask me to explain the difference between these two injections for weight management.

Eliminate Common Sleep Saboteurs

Sep 15

Getting a full night of quality sleep is essential for maintaining good health. However, many everyday habits can disrupt our sleep without us realizing it. As a doctor, I often counsel patients on sleep hygiene and recommend eliminating common sleep "saboteurs" from their evening routines.