Author: Luis Soler Rivera

Luis Soler Rivera cut his teeth writing for the medical field working on educational content and CME cases for WebMD and Medscape. A transplant from the Northeast, Luis enjoys music, art and reading in addition to writing.

Posts by Luis Soler Rivera

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Keep Your Mind Sharp by Moving Your Body: Stay Fit for Healthy Aging Month

Luis Soler Rivera | 9/17/2018 | General Health

Fitness appears to be important in keeping the aging mind sharp. In addition to lowering stress, boosting your mood and helping you sleep, physical activity reduces inflammation and helps maintain blood vessels and brain cells. Learn more about it for Healthy Aging Month.

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Is it Depression or Just Feeling Blue? When to Get Help

Luis Soler Rivera | 9/10/2018 | General Health

Feeling down on occasion is normal. But when you feel bouts of sadness, hopelessness, irritability or disinterest lasting for more than two weeks, it may be depression. Know the difference between depression and the blues – and why you need to get help.

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Preparing to Shelter in Place: Surviving by Staying Put

Luis Soler Rivera | 9/7/2018 | Prevention

It’s important to prepare for unexpected emergencies. During severe weather or other disasters, you may need to shelter in place. Read about what to expect and what you'll need to be ready for an emergency.

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PFO Closure: A Total(ish) Repair of the the Heart

Luis Soler Rivera | 5/14/2018 | General Health, Videos

A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common birth defect that makes you more likely to have a stroke. Watch Scott Lim, MD, talk about PFO closure and how it improve the lives of young people following their first stroke.

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Behind the Badge: Elizabeth Beasley, Community Relations Lead

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/28/2018 | People of UVA

Elizabeth Beasley, community relations lead at the UVA Health System, connects the HS and team members with local community health opportunities.

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Heartburn or Heart Attack? When to Sound the Alarm

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/6/2018 | General Health

Heartburn is a very common condition that, in some people, can also be a sign of a heart attack. How do you know if it's just heartburn or heart attack?

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Eating Laundry Detergent Pods: Health Threat or Internet Shenanigans?

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/2/2018 | General Health

Reports of laundry pod ingestions, such as Tide Pods, have been in the news lately. The Blue Ridge Poison Center weighs in on this phenomenon.

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From Heartburn to GERD: Keeping Stomach Acid in Check

Luis Soler Rivera | 1/17/2018 | General Health

About 42 percent of Americans experience heartburn at some point. What exactly is it? We spoke with Bryan Sauer, MD, about this common ailment.