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The Art of Surgery
Dr. Diane S. Litke brings a deft touch to joint replacement. By Sondra Barr Richardson orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Diane S. Litke has an artist’s eye and a deep knowledge of the inner workings of the […]
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What You Need to Know About CHF––Congestive Heart Failure
It’s estimated that 5 million Americans have Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), a chronic and often undiagnosed medical condition in which the heart becomes weak and unable to pump blood effectively throughout the body. Although the […]
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How Prevalent is Hearing Loss in America?
By Elizabeth Brassine, Au.D. How prevalent is hearing loss in America? You may be surprised! Nearly a fifth of all Americans 12 years or older have enough hearing loss to make communication difficult, according to […]
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Athlete’s Foot Q&A
What are the symptoms of athlete’s foot? Courtesy Premier Foot & Ankle Athlete’s foot, which can affect anyone, even non-athletes, tends to begin as a red rash that flares up between your toes. As this […]
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Finding Relief From Excruciating Spine Fractures Thanks to Balloons and Cement.
Courtesy Medtronic Sharon first noticed the pain in her back one day. “I thought I had a sprain, you know, ‘It’ll go away,’” says the 72 year old grandmother from Fort Worth. Then one night […]
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Heroes Among US
Mandy Searcy quietly saves lives during the COVID pandemic. By Sondra Barr Quiet heroes are toiling behind the scenes in times like these. As an unprecedented pandemic rages across the globe, the afflicted and their […]
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How to be Present for Someone Grieving When it’s Physically Impossible.
By Amber Grubb Grief is a very lonely journey that many people travel at some point in their lives. Even when others are “there,” it doesn’t always feel like it. As friends or family who […]
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The Effects of Hearing Loss on a Patient’s Life and How to Better Communicate!
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 and quality of life. Statistically, hearing loss is […]
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Preventing Gout Through Your Diet
Diet a key factor in preventing gout. Courtesy Premier Foot & Ankle If you suffer from gout, you’ve got historic, even royal, company. Composer Ludwig van Beethoven, painter Leonardo da Vinci, and King Henry VIII […]
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A Smile to Smile About
By Dr. Josh Williams There is a famous quote from Mother Teresa that says: “Let us always meet each other with smile, for a smile is the beginning of love.” I couldn’t think of a […]