There’s an old-time proverb that has remained true throughout the generations: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. And there’s perhaps no better way to prevent or minimize illnesses than to get our regularly-scheduled health screenings. So why is it that, according to Medical Economics, a whopping 90% of Americans delay their...Read More

For most of us, stress is both inevitable and unwelcome. It can make you irritable, anxious, lower your energy level, raise your heart rate, and more. In fact, stress is so ingrained in daily life, it has inspired hundreds of quotes and quips. For example, you might have heard familiar lines such as, “I multi-task:...Read More

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has declared that lack of sleep among the US population is an epidemic. More than one-third of U.S. adults do not get the recommended amount of sleep. Specifically, in 2020, approximately 35% of adults reported sleeping less than 7 hours per night on average, which is considered insufficient sleep...Read More

We are pleased to share some exciting news! Effective February 23, 2026 Premier Medical Group’s Atrium Poughkeepsie Primary Care office will be moving –  but don’t worry, we’re not going far! Our new office will still be located at the Atrium. We are simply relocating from our current suite to Suite 307 on the same floor. If you already...Read More

Most of us are born with healthy hearts that have an average lifetime supply of 2.5 billion heartbeats. That’s something to feel good about, but it’s also why taking care of your heart should be a top priority throughout your life. The American Heart Association recommends regular examinations and screenings to ensure heart health starting...Read More

It’s been an unusually cold and snowy winter here in the northeast, and it’s not for the faint of heart. The ice and the bitter cold have made it hard to do regular outdoor activities. But we do them, because life doesn’t stop for the cold weather. But here’s the thing. Many of us have...Read More