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By Dr. Peter Casano If you often find yourself reaching for the tissues, struggling to breathe through your nose or dealing with “sinus headaches,” you may think, “It’s just my allergies acting up again,” or, “The weather is changing.’’ While allergy problems are common, with about half of people testing positive as allergic to something, […]
November is National Healthy Skin Month. You may not realize it, but your skin reveals a lot about your overall health and can alert you to a health problem. Skin is the first layer of defense against the outside world and can signal issues from dehydration to cancer. Here are some habits to adopt this […]
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By Falon Sisson Diabetes shouldn’t be complicated, and Falon Sisson, a certified family nurse practitioner, is hoping to change how those diagnosed with the disease understand and manage it. WHAT IS DIABETES? There are two main types of diabetes. Type 1 occurs when your body’s own defense system mistakenly attacks the cells that make insulin, […]
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Not being able to get enough breath is incredibly scary. In an asthma attack, the airways narrow giving a feeling of drawing air through a straw. Even for mild attacks, medical treatment should begin right away; otherwise, the condition often worsens. Just over eight percent of Americans have asthma, roughly 20 million adults and six […]
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For the lovely ladies who are interested in kickstarting an exercise routine but feel unsure where to begin, a simple bodyweight routine is a great option. These exercises don’t require any equipment, making them great for anyone who is just starting out or getting back into shape. Plus, they’re super fun and will get you […]
You’ve finally decided that your painful leg veins have bothered you long enough, and now you’re ready to take the next step to regain your healthy, youthful legs. Choosing the right vein doctor can greatly affect the success of your treatments. The following questions can help you assess your doctor’s qualifications and understand your diagnosis, […]
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By Sidra Khalid Vaccines are one of the ways we can prevent cancer. Particularly for cervical cancer, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines are an important preventative measure. HPV is a sexually transmitted infection. It causes anogenital and oropharyngeal (head and neck) disease in men and women. The HPV virus also is associated with: cervical cancer […]
