BASS Health & Medicine Blog

From breast cancer and heart screenings to bone density and mental wellness—here are 5 essential health screenings every woman should consider at every stage of life.

Learn how to recognize early signs of skin cancer using the ABCDE rule. Know when to see a doctor and protect your skin with expert care from BASS Cancer Center.

This Memorial Day, explore trusted veteran health and support resources in Walnut Creek and Contra Costa County, including VA services, counseling, and community assistance programs.

A new 2025 FDA policy limits COVID-19 booster shots to high-risk groups. Learn if you still qualify and how BASS Primary Care can help you prepare for fall vaccination.

A major study shows that aerobic, strength, and yoga-based exercise can reduce cancer treatment side effects like fatigue, brain fog, and heart damage. Learn how patients at the Gregory Rhodes MD Cancer Center can benefit.

Feeling sick to your stomach in the morning? Learn the possible causes of morning nausea and when to see a doctor. BASS Medical Group explains what to watch for.

Learn how to stay active while working a desk job with simple exercises, movement breaks, desk stretches, and healthy habits that support long-term wellness.

Too much salt raises blood pressure and heart disease risk. Learn about hidden high-sodium foods — and discover simple, healthy swaps from the experts at BASS Medical Group.

Yes, you can get sunburned on cloudy days. Learn the truth about UV rays, sunscreen, and skin protection from the experts at BASS Cancer Center.

This Mother’s Day, BASS Medical Group encourages women to prioritize their own wellness. Discover how OB/GYN and primary care visits can support your long-term health.

High blood pressure often has no symptoms until it leads to heart disease, stroke, or kidney damage. Learn the risks and how to stay ahead of hypertension with BASS.

In honor of National Nurses Day, we celebrate the nurses at BASS Medical Group who provide compassionate, expert care every day.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Learn how to recognize early signs of skin cancer and how to protect your skin with tips from BASS Cancer Center.

Celebrate Women’s Health Month this May with BASS Medical Group. Discover how to support your health at every stage of life—from your 20s to postmenopause.

Lost your sense of taste or smell without warning? Learn about common causes—from sinus infections to neurological conditions—and when to see a doctor.

How long does food poisoning last? Learn symptoms, recovery time, and how to tell if it’s actually a stomach bug. Know what to expect and when to see a doctor.

Learn how to get rid of allergies with proven treatments. Compare medications, home remedies, and immunotherapy for long-term relief.

High blood pressure symptoms are easy to miss. Learn what to watch for and how BASS Medical Group's Primary Care doctors can help you manage hypertension before it becomes serious.

Stuffy nose or sinus pain? Learn how to tell if your symptoms are from allergies or a sinus infection—and when to see a BASS Medical Group provider.

Wondering why it hurts to swallow? Learn common causes of sore throat when swallowing, including strep, tonsillitis, reflux, and when to see a doctor.