How to Stay Healthy While Working a Desk Job

Sitting at a desk for eight hours a day can take a toll on your physical and mental health if proper care isn’t taken. While desk jobs are common in today’s work environment, they come with health risks such as poor posture, weight gain, eye strain, and reduced physical activity. At Parkchester Medical, we believe…

Building Healthy Habits: Small Changes for a Healthier You

Creating a healthier lifestyle doesn’t require dramatic transformations overnight. In fact, small, consistent changes can lead to significant, long-term improvements in your well-being. At Parkchester Medical, we encourage our patients to embrace simple, sustainable habits that can improve physical and mental health over time. Here’s how you can start building healthy habits today. Start Your…

Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis: Causes and Treatment Options

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the most significant infectious diseases worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. While TB is treatable with antibiotics, the emergence of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) poses a major public health challenge. Drug-resistant TB does not respond to the standard TB treatment regimen, making it harder to cure and increasing the risk of…

The Importance of Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Lung Health

Breathing is essential to life, yet millions of people struggle daily with chronic lung conditions that make it difficult. Pulmonary rehabilitation is a medically supervised program designed to improve lung function, reduce symptoms, and enhance the quality of life for those with chronic respiratory diseases. At Parkchester Medical, we emphasize the importance of pulmonary rehabilitation…