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New Alcohol Guidelines: What the WHO and CDC Say About Safe Drinking

Understand what the new alcohol guidelines from the WHO and CDC mean for your health and how to apply population-level data to your specific circumstances.

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What Is Ultra-Processed Food? Why Are Ultra-Processed Foods Bad for You? A Doctor Explains

What is ultra-processed food? A physician explains how these industrial ingredients make up 58% of American diets and alter brain structure.

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How a Simple Nasal Spray May Help Prevent COVID and Colds

Azelastine nasal spray reduced COVID infection risk by 69% in the CONTAIN trial, offering simple protection for travel and high-exposure settings.

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Fall Vaccine Update 2025

2025 COVID-19, RSV, and influenza vaccine update, including current federal policy changes and provider recommendations by age and risk factors.

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The Evolution of Concierge Medicine in Walnut Creek: An 18-Year Perspective

Concierge medicine in Walnut Creek has evolved over 18 years. Discover how Banner Peak Health’s group practice model enhances personalized patient care today.

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The Power of the Multi-Physician Model in Concierge Medicine

Private practice vs. group practice: How concierge groups combine personal attention with shared expertise and resources for superior patient care.

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From Access to Optimization: The Evolution of Concierge Medicine

Discover how concierge medicine evolved from personalized care to innovative health technology. Learn about Banner Peak Health’s pioneering 2.0 approach.

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Pneumococcal Vaccine Schedule for Adults: Which Is Best for You?

Discover the latest guidelines for pneumococcal vaccines for adults, including the CDC’s 2024 recommendations for PCV21 and new age requirements for those 50+.

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