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The Value of a Support Group
The Value of a Support Group By Kelly Lamkin, LBSW When I think of the value of a grief support group, it is difficult to focus on just one thing. I can, however, tell you […]
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Superfood Powders: Matcha, Moringa, and Maca
The 3 M’s Superfood Powders: Matcha, Moringa, and Maca By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA In recent years, we’ve had interesting trends like kale and turmeric, which are still in for this year. But, food companies […]
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Do you know the first sign of heart disease?
Do you know the first sign of heart disease? By Dr. Donna Barsky, PharmD Most cardiologists say heart disease cannot be reversed, but some heart issues are driven by years of alcoholism. It’s well documented […]
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Effects of Hearing Loss on a Patient’s Life
Effects of Hearing Loss on a Patient’s Life By Elizabeth Brassine, Au.D. We think of the obvious effect of hearing loss with regard to communication difficulties. However, your hearing health contributes to your overall well-being […]
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What is Pediatric Flatfoot and When Should You be Concerned?
What is Pediatric Flatfoot and When Should You be Concerned? By Dr. Lesley Richey-Smith Flatfoot is a common condition in both children and adults. Most infants are born with a flatfoot. A normal arch does […]
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What You Need to Know About Arthritis
A common misunderstanding that patients have is the difference between the various types of arthritis. They are often concerned that a family member had “crippling arthritis” or “rheumatism” and that they will develop the same […]
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Total Knee Replacement
Total Knee Replacement Total knee replacement is a well proven and accepted procedure for the treatment of advanced knee arthritis. The procedure has evolved favorably since its development in the 1970s and consistently produces excellent […]
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What You Need to Know About Actinic Keratoses
Due to an aging population, and the cumulative amount of time that most individuals have spent in the sun, it is estimated that more than 10 million Americans are living with actinic keratoses (AKs) on […]
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Aging and the Eyes
Aging and the Eyes As birthdays accumulate and wisdom grows, our bodies change as well. Starting from our 40s and going forward our eyes mature and exhibit some decline in function. Some changes are normal […]
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How to Prevent Pelvic Organ Prolapse
How to Prevent Pelvic Organ Prolapse Pelvic organ prolapse is a hernia of one of the pelvic organs to or through the vaginal opening. These pelvic organs, which consist of the bladder, uterus, vagina and […]