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By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board-Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board‑Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA) Medical disclaimer: This article is educational and not medical advice. If symptoms are severe, sudden, or worsening, seek urgent medical care. Quick Takeaway Medication issues are one of the most common and most overlooked reasons seniors experience dizziness, confusion, weakness, or falls. Many older adults take multiple prescriptions along with over-the-counter medications,

Sudden confusion in seniors can be delirium from infection, meds, dehydration, or stroke. Fresno checklist + ER red flags + how a primary care doctor helps.

When your mom or grandpa falls, it’s scary—because you’re not just thinking about bruises. You’re thinking: Did they hit their head? Did they break a hip? Is this the start of something bigger?

Confusion, falls, and “not acting right” can be a UTI in seniors. Learn early signs, red flags, and when to get urgent care in Fresno.

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board‑Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA)

By Dr. Harman Virk , DO — Board‑Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA) Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans have a great reputation—and for good reason. They can reduce surprise bills, work with any doctor who accepts Medicare, and make your coverage more predictable. But there are also times when a Medicare Supplement plan is the wrong choice . In this guide, we’ll explain in plain language: 3 clear situations when you shouldn’t be on a Medigap

By Dr. Harman Virk, DO — Board‑Certified Internal Medicine, The Modern Medicine Group (Fresno, CA) Quick take Kratom acts on opioid receptors. Its main alkaloids (mitragynine, 7‑hydroxymitragynine) bind µ‑opioid receptors—the same system targeted by prescription opioids, heroin, and fentanyl. Dependence and withdrawal are real risks. A potent kratom derivative, “7‑OH,” is spreading in convenience and smoke shops. The FDA recommended scheduling 7‑OH as a Schedule I controlle

As Medicare Open Enrollment season begins, Dr. Harman Virk , co-founder of The Modern Medicine Group , joined Central Valley Today to share practical advice for seniors and their families. His message was clear: take your time, review your plan carefully, and make informed decisions about your healthcare coverage. Take Your Time — Don’t Rush Open Enrollment Dr. Virk emphasized that the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period (October 15 – December 7) is one of the most import