The Village Doctor
Primary Care Doctor Insights and Health Advice
Welcome to The Village Doctor, the health education blog from Village Physicians in Houston, Texas. Here, Dr. Nasiya Ahmed shares practical information about adult primary care, preventive health, medications, chronic conditions, and healthy aging.
Our goal is to help patients and families better understand common health concerns, prepare for conversations with their physicians, and make informed decisions about their care.
Explore our latest articles and browse health topics to find information relevant to you or someone you care for.
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UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections
Learn about practical strategies that may help reduce urinary tract infection risk, including hydration, hygiene, urination habits, and clothing choices. Find out which symptoms warrant medical attention and when to discuss recurrent infections with your doctor.
By Nasiya Ahmed, MD | October 13, 2026
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UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections
UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections By Nasiya Ahmed, MD | Village Physicians Internal Medicine | Houston, TX Urinary tract infections can be uncomfortable and disruptive. Everyday habits may help reduce your risk, but prevention is not...
10 Simple Dietary Changes for Better Health | Village Physicians
Learn 10 practical dietary changes to support better health, including eating more whole foods, choosing healthier fats, reducing added sugar, and making balanced meals.
Exercise for Older Adults: How to Get Started | Village Physicians
Learn how to start exercising as you age, including walking, strength training, balance exercises, and tips for staying active safely.
How to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
Learn how healthy habits and managing medical conditions may help reduce dementia risk. Explore brain health tips and when to discuss memory changes with your doctor.
Medicare Explained: Parts A, B, C, and D
Dear Doctor, I hope you can answer this question. Please explain Medicare and which Medicare plan I should pick for my parents?
Going to a Geriatrician
Dear Doctor, I am 61 years old and in fairly good health. When is a good time to start seeing a geriatrician to ensure healthy aging?
Hypertension Medication Side Effects
Dear Doctor, I am on multiple medications for high blood pressure prescribed my cardiologist; my blood pressure was extremely difficult to get under control, but this regimen has been working for me for the last 10 years. I have now developed some incontinence…
Medication Mania – Polypharmacy
Dear Doctor, My father was recently hospitalized and has come to live with me since his discharge. He was discharged on 5 new medications from the hospital. What complicates the situation …
Depression in Older Adults
Dear Doctor, My mother’s only brother was 15 years older than her. When his wife of 45 years died of cancer, he had a very difficult time adjusting to “single life” again…
Dementia
Dear Doctor, My mother was recently in the hospital; I was reviewing her discharge paperwork and it states that she has dementia. Before the hospitalization, she was living independently and managing her finances…
Herbal Medicine Man
Dear Doctor, Recently I was diagnosed with high cholesterol. Now I know this is genetic because everyone in my family gets high cholesterol eventually. We usually take care of this by boiling corn husks in water…
Internal Medicine Articles by Dr. Nasiya Ahmed, MD
UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections
UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections By Nasiya Ahmed, MD | Village Physicians Internal Medicine | Houston, TX Urinary tract infections can be uncomfortable and disruptive. Everyday habits may help reduce your risk, but prevention is not...
10 Simple Dietary Changes for Better Health | Village Physicians
Learn 10 practical dietary changes to support better health, including eating more whole foods, choosing healthier fats, reducing added sugar, and making balanced meals.
Exercise for Older Adults: How to Get Started | Village Physicians
Learn how to start exercising as you age, including walking, strength training, balance exercises, and tips for staying active safely.
Hypertension Medication Side Effects
Dear Doctor, I am on multiple medications for high blood pressure prescribed my cardiologist; my blood pressure was extremely difficult to get under control, but this regimen has been working for me for the last 10 years. I have now developed some incontinence…
Herbal Medicine Man
Dear Doctor, Recently I was diagnosed with high cholesterol. Now I know this is genetic because everyone in my family gets high cholesterol eventually. We usually take care of this by boiling corn husks in water…
Geriatric Medicine Articles by Dr. Nasiya Ahmed, MD
10 Simple Dietary Changes for Better Health | Village Physicians
Learn 10 practical dietary changes to support better health, including eating more whole foods, choosing healthier fats, reducing added sugar, and making balanced meals.
How to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
Learn how healthy habits and managing medical conditions may help reduce dementia risk. Explore brain health tips and when to discuss memory changes with your doctor.
Medicare Explained: Parts A, B, C, and D
Dear Doctor, I hope you can answer this question. Please explain Medicare and which Medicare plan I should pick for my parents?
Going to a Geriatrician
Dear Doctor, I am 61 years old and in fairly good health. When is a good time to start seeing a geriatrician to ensure healthy aging?
Medication Mania – Polypharmacy
Dear Doctor, My father was recently hospitalized and has come to live with me since his discharge. He was discharged on 5 new medications from the hospital. What complicates the situation …
Depression in Older Adults
Dear Doctor, My mother’s only brother was 15 years older than her. When his wife of 45 years died of cancer, he had a very difficult time adjusting to “single life” again…
Dementia
Dear Doctor, My mother was recently in the hospital; I was reviewing her discharge paperwork and it states that she has dementia. Before the hospitalization, she was living independently and managing her finances…
Primary and Preventive Care Articles by Dr. Nasiya Ahmed, MD
UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections
UTI Prevention: How to Reduce Your Risk of Urinary Tract Infections By Nasiya Ahmed, MD | Village Physicians Internal Medicine | Houston, TX Urinary tract infections can be uncomfortable and disruptive. Everyday habits may help reduce your risk, but prevention is not...
Medication and Treatment Articles by Dr. Nasiya Ahmed, MD
Herbal Medicine Man
Dear Doctor, Recently I was diagnosed with high cholesterol. Now I know this is genetic because everyone in my family gets high cholesterol eventually. We usually take care of this by boiling corn husks in water…