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Arrhythmia: It’s Electrifying

The term “arrhythmia” refers to any kind of abnormal heartbeat, and it’s an incredibly common phenomenon. Caused by a disruption of the heart’s normal electrical

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Ask the Doctor: New Year 2019

Q. I struggle with seasonal depression every winter. What are the best ways to prevent it or lessen its impact? A. The winter blues can be

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Ask the Doctor: Winter 2018

Q. I’ve recently been noticing some numbness in my legs, and my doctor said it may be caused by bone spurs. How are these treated?

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Learning About Lung Cancer

Whether you’re a lifelong smoker or you’ve never touched a cigarette, the threat of lung cancer is looming. Learn the facts and the common misconceptions

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Preventing Prediabetes

You’ve heard of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but have you heard of prediabetes? That’s when your blood sugar levels are too high, but

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Correcting Circulation Dysfunction

Arteries and Veins Our bodies are comprised of an intricate series of arteries and veins – the arteries carry blood away from the heart and

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Hip Arthroscopy

Who Needs Hip Arthroscopy? For older adults experiencing hip pain that isn’t attributed to arthritis, for which nonsurgical treatments haven’t provided relief from pain and

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Healthy Brain Aging

Ever misplaced your keys or forgotten a person’s name? These scenarios are often referred to as “senior moments” because with age, our brains shrink, slow

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Managing Medications

Aging and Medication Use If you’re over 65, chances are you might be taking as many as five or six medications every day. When taken

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Ask the Doctor: Fall 2018

Q. I am a 47-year-old female with worsening pain and mild swelling at the base of my thumb. My doctor told me it’s due to

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Nothing to Sneeze At

A favorite season for many, fall elicits connotations of football fandom, local fairs and festivals, and pumpkin spice everything. Gone are the impossibly hot days

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