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Plastic Surgery: More Than Just Improving Your Appearance
When you hear the term “plastic surgery,” you may envision breast implants and face lifts aimed at making someone more attractive. But plastic and reconstructive surgeries have many other important uses.
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I Have AFib. Should I Be Taking Blood Thinners?
If you have atrial fibrillation (AFib), you have a higher chance of developing blood clots, which significantly increase your risk for a stroke. Your doctor may suggest taking blood thinners to combat this danger.
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Healing Your Child with Music Therapy
Can music be the medicine your child needs? The answer most likely is “yes.”
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Talk to Your Doctor About Embarrassing Cancer Symptoms
Cancer symptoms can be embarrassing. No one likes talking about blood in their stool, vaginal discharge or erectile dysfunction. But when it comes to your health, it’s critical to overcome your hesitation and be honest with your doctor and care team.
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Managing Surgical Pain Without Narcotics: Here’s How It’s Done
It’s natural to feel a bit nervous when heading into bladder, kidney or prostate surgery – about the procedure and how you will control the pain you might have afterward.
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7 Surprising Ways Hormones Change Your Body During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can feel like being a rollercoaster as you experience the highs and lows of physical and emotional changes. The biggest culprit? Fluctuating hormones. And you might be surprised at the long list of ways they can affect you.
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Personalized Nutrition: Taking Diet Science to the Next Level
Dietitians have long used the “individualized” approach to tailor their recommendations. Now another method is gaining ground — the “personalized” plan, which uses emerging technologies to incorporate data gathered from each patient. What’s the difference, and what should you know before you embark on one path or the other?
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When To Worry About That Nagging Cough
You’ve been over a cold now for weeks, but that nagging cough isn’t going away. Should you be alarmed?
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Simple Steps To Avoid ‘Dumping Syndrome’ After Bariatric Surgery
Online bariatric groups are abuzz with suggested remedies for so-called “dumping syndrome,” a bout of sweating, nausea and diarrhea that can happen after eating too much, or consuming food that’s wrong for you.
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Tips To Start Working Out Again After a Break
One day you’re a workout warrior. The next you’re planted on the couch, watching television. But now you’ve decided to get back into your old active lifestyle.
