Despite awareness efforts, the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States continues to rise. In 2021, there were 2.5 million cases of gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, a number that doesn’t take into account herpes, HIV, and human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Left untreated, STDs can become very problematic, which is why Dr. Bazel and our team […]
It’s impossible to discuss heart health without bringing up some fairly frightening numbers. To wit, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and, every 34 seconds someone dies of cardiovascular disease. Now, let’s consider a more positive, but equally dramatic, statistic — 90% of heart disease is preventable. Since February is American Heart
While asthma can be predictable, the disease also has a way of catching you off guard and, worse, unprepared. More than 20 million adults and 6 million kids in the United States have asthma, and each of these sufferers can benefit from an asthma action plan that helps keep them one step ahead of the disease. At Michael
It’s that time of year when the flu makes its most unwelcome rounds through our population and, for a certain segment, pneumonia becomes more of a threat. If you want to safeguard your health this year by taking steps to prevent the flu and pneumonia, there are a few points Dr. Michael Bazel and our team at Michael Bazel, M.D., would
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are about 2.7 to 2.8 million private industry workplace injuries each year in the United States. From slips and falls to repetitive use injuries, employees can hurt themselves in many different ways while on the job. If you find yourself joining these statistics, you want to ensure
You’re sitting at a traffic light and, out of nowhere, you’re rear-ended. Or, perhaps you’re crossing an intersection at the same time as another vehicle and you collide. There are six million car accidents in the United States each year that occur for a wide variety of reasons. Whatever the circumstances surrounding your car accident, these events
You have the urge to urinate, but you’re dreading going to the bathroom because you know there’s pain in store for you. If this sounds familiar, the best practice is to seek our help — not only to relieve your pain, but also to prevent bigger problems from developing. Painful urination is a common reason
While your previous asthma attacks haven’t exactly been a walk in the park, you were able to manage your condition with few lasting repercussions. These days, however, your asthma has taken a turn for the worse and you want to know why. Asthma affects more than 27 million people in the United States and, while the respiratory
About 24 million Americans are diagnosed with seasonal allergies, including autumn allergies triggered by pollen, mold spores, and indoor air pollutants. If you’re one of those millions, taking a few extra precautions could mean the difference between suffering through the fall months and enjoying them. As a leading primary care doctor in Southern California, Michael Bazel, MD, helps