(Aging Untold) — Holistic approaches to health and wellness go beyond medication and take into account how you sleep, move, eat and manage stress. What holistic medicine means Holistic medicine isn’t alternative medicine — it’s complete medicine, according to Dr. Rhea Rogers, a board-certified ph...
Key takeaway Rhea Rogers, a board-certified physician.
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In Atlanta , where residents often juggle demanding careers and busy lifestyles, the concept of holistic medicine takes on particular significance. As Dr. Rhea Rogers notes, addressing the whole person, rather than just symptoms or diagnoses, is crucial for overall health and wellness. This approach resonates with the city's growing interest in preventative care and wellness initiatives. For instance, the emphasis on nutrition, movement, stress, and sleep as the four pillars of whole-body health aligns with local efforts to promote healthy living and community-based programs. Furthermore, the importance of tackling stress, as highlighted by Rogers, is particularly relevant in a city where traffic, long work hours, and other urban stressors can take a toll on residents' physical and mental health. By embracing holistic medicine, Atlantans can work towards creating a healthier, more balanced community.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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