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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...
The American Cancer Society recommends that women begin breast cancer screening with mammograms around age 40 and commit to getting yearly mammograms by age 45. While women aged 55 and older may switch to screening every two years, routine screening every year is the best way to prevent breast cancer1. Here...
By now you have probably heard the many praises of Meditation. Praises like, ‘when you practice Meditation you get less depressed, clearer thinking, and a more balanced outlook on your life.’ But where in the world do you find the time to go to a Meditate or listen to your...
“A recent study finds an association between consuming chocolate and having a significantly lower risk of being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart condition that involves an irregular heartbeat. But — sorry, chocaholics — it’s yet to be proven that eating the sweet stuff will actually help you...
by Sarah Knapton, science editor30 MARCH 2017 • 7:02PMTaken from http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/2017/03/30/deep-breathing-calms-brain-cell-spy-breath/ Taking a deep breath really does calm you down by triggering neurons in your brain which tell the body it is time to relax, a new study has found. Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine and the University of...
We sometimes feel eating animal protein is necessary in order to have enough protein or quality protein. This is not true. With a balanced diet one can have enough protein. Plant protein is high quality protein. Vegetables are also full of fiber in addition to other essential nutrients. Reduction of...
Talking to and understanding your doctor is very important for your health. Yet, health and medicine are not easy to understand topics. Add stress, worry or hurry to the situation and you get miscommunication or misunderstanding. Doctors do their best to provide patients with personalized care, but they are not...