As much as we’d like to think we will always be young and able-bodied, the reality of aging affects us all. Chances are, at some point in our lives, we will need some additional help or have to provide some to a loved one. According to the Administration for Community Living (ACL), a senior turning […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture They practice dentistry, oncology and interventional cardiology respectively, but the doctors featured on our October cover share a passion for medicine, a love for people and optimism about the future of their fields. Meet Dr. Clifford J. Cook, Dr. Sidra Khalid and Dr. Cherie Champagne — three physicians who personify compassionate […]
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Women’s concerns about varicose veins can encompass a wide range of physical, emotional and practical considerations. Here are some of the factors that women with this condition often struggle with: Pain and discomfort: Varicose veins can cause physical discomfort, including aching, throbbing and a heavy feeling in the legs. Women may be concerned about managing […]
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According to the National Cancer Institute, female breast cancer is the fourth-leading cause of cancer death in the United States. One in eight women will fight this formidable disease during her lifetime. Now for the good news: The National Cancer Institute also reports that when detected early, in the localized stage, the five-year survival rate […]
To the world’s chagrin, COVID-19 is back in the news. Reports of a new strain and rumors of returning mandates understandably have many of us on edge. What’s actually happening, and how concerned should we be? Nurse Practitioner Kristian Spear, Memorial Health System Clinical Director of Physician Clinics, offers some answers: What new strain […]
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By Carissa M. Bolden and Nar’Cissa Patton Did you know that in 2021, Mississippi ranked fifth in the nation for obesity? Obesity is a serious condition that involves excessive body fat and is associated with over 60 comorbidities. The condition wasn’t recognized as a disease until 2013, when the American Medical Association realized it was […]
By Dr. Denise Powell As pediatricians, well-child checkups are a time for us to check in on children and maximize their potential to become the best versions of themselves. These visits are important because they allow us to practice something called preventive medicine, which means taking measures to keep your child healthy and safe and […]
