Health

Do I Need Antibiotics for My Cold?

By Katherine Ladny Mitchell In 1928, Professor Alexander Fleming was sorting through bacterial cultures when he noticed some mold in a petri dish. Upon closer

Oral Health

Treating Tooth Loss and Decay How Does Aging Affect the Mouth? According to Harvard Health, older adults suffer higher rates of gum disease, dental decay,

Immune System Health

How Common are Allergies in Older Adults? An estimated 20 to 30% of the world’s population now suffers from allergic diseases such as hay fever

Brain Health

What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry

Oral Health

Symptoms and Causes of Dry Mouth What is Dry Mouth? Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, refers to any condition in which your mouth is

Rehabilitative Health

Working with a Physical Therapist What is Chronic Pain? Chronic pain is a condition that occurs when your brain perceives a threat to your well-being

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Ask The Doctor: Fall 2016

Q: CAN SWEAT IMPACT MY HEARING AID’S ABILITY TO WORK PROPERLY? A: It can, if you go for long periods of time without proper cleaning

Debunking Myths About Lung Cancer

The link between smoking and lung cancer is deeply ingrained in the American psyche. Despite this awareness, many of us have some preconceived ideas about

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