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Ask the Doctor: Spring 2018

Q. My mom is battling dementia, and I think it’s time to consider assisted living. What is the best way to broach the subject with

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The Chemistry of Migraines

The Science Behind Migraines While the effect may be sensory – a pulsating headache with an inability to deal with light, sound, smell, or even

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Making Sense of Your Metabolism

Many of us have heard that a high metabolism is good, a low metabolism is bad, and there are ways to manipulate your metabolism to

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Understanding Asthma

As many as 1 in 13 people have asthma, a swelling of the airways that can lead to serious complications. Learn some of the lesser-known

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Ask the Doctor: New Year 2018

Q. I have begun to experience numbness in my dominant hand. What might be causing it, and how can I fix it? A. Hand numbness can

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A Change of Heart

February is American Heart Month – and while it’s a great time to break out your favorite red sweater, this season is also a time

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Comprehending Cervical Cancer

For decades, cervical cancer was one of the most common causes of cancer death among women in America. Thanks to better standards and more consistent

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Adieu to the Flu

If you’re 65 or older, a serious bout of the flu can compromise your entire immune system and put you at risk for major complications.

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Total Hip Replacement

Who Needs a Total Hip Replacement? For those suffering from osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease in the hip, and who have tried nonsurgical treatments to

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Ask the Doctor: Winter 2017

Q. Each winter my skin gets really dry. How can I prep it for the cold this year? A. Cold weather and low humidity levels

Get SMART

For the 1.5 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes every year, lofty promises of lifestyle changes can be hard to keep. By breaking goals into manageable

Cold Hands: Is It Raynaud’s?

Here’s the scenario: You walk out of your warm and cozy house to go to the mailbox one winter day, and before you get there,

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