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Is It Too Late for a Flu Shot? Definitely Not!

No one wants to get the influenza virus (flu). We continue to vaccinate throughout the flu season as it remains the single best way to protect our children and families. 

The PSA Testing Debate: To Screen or Not to Screen

Should you or shouldn’t you? That’s the question many men over the age of 40 often face in regards to PSA testing.

Changing Medicine May Not Help With Depression

Sixteen million Americans deal with major depression according to government data, but a recent study finds that the best way to help these patients deal with depressive symptoms may be to avoid switching their medication. 

Know Before You Go: Why Destination Cosmetic Surgery Might Not Be a Bargain

Traveling for surgery is trending — about 14 million people a year travel internationally for medical care. Many travel to find a surgeon who will perform cosmetic surgery on a cash basis, returning home quickly. And that’s where things can get complicated. A 2024 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 93 Americans had died after cosmetic surgery in the Dominican Republic.

How Do I Know if I Have Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder is shrouded in uncertainty and fear, and carries a significant social stigma. But greater public awareness of this mood disorder can help us more quickly identify friends and family members who need help. There are usually two distinct mood patterns associated with the disorder: mania (or a less severe form called hypomania) and depression. To receive a bipolar diagnosis, a patient must show symptoms of mania or hypomania. 

Make Mother's Day special and healthy! Check out these unique and nutritious ideas

Shower the mom(s) in your life with love and health this Mother's Day with one or more of these healthy and unique ideas. Their minds and bodies will appreciate it!

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To Circumcise or Not: What To Consider

Circumcision, the removal of the foreskin from your infant’s penis, is a personal decision that often can be stressful for parents.

Understanding Palliative Care: It’s Not the Same as Hospice

There is a common misunderstanding about palliative care. Many people hear the term and mistakenly think it is simply moving another step closer to death – a step people are naturally reluctant to take.

What You Need to Know About Gallbladder Conditions

Compared to the heart, lungs or brain, the gallbladder isn’t an organ that most people often discuss. However, it still serves a very important function in the body. The gallbladder stores bile, or the digestive fluid, that is created in the liver. The bile is stored until you need it to help break down fat in your diet.

New Pill for Postpartum Depression: What You Need to Know

If you worry about suffering from postpartum depression, there is hope. The FDA has approved a new pill for postpartum depression, which affects as much as 10 percent of new mothers.