For women, the yearly pelvic exam is a necessary evil, ensuring that everything in the reproductive area is in good health. While you may wish you could skip this part of your wellness exam, it is important. Pelvic exams and pap smears can detect early signs of cancer and other diseases, helping protect your health.…
Skin cancer has become one of the most widespread diseases, with increasing numbers of diagnoses each year. In the last three decades, there have been more people diagnosed with skin cancer than all the other cancers combined. 5.4 million cases of nonmelanoma skin cancers are treated each year in the U.S. and one in five…
Visiting your OB/GYN for your annual exam is a part of your preventive care and wellness program. However, the intimate nature of this exam can make it uncomfortable for some women. It can help to know that the doctor is not there to judge you and they perform these exams every day, but if that…
Did you just undergo an eyelid lift, brow lift or a complete face lift? Once you heal and can enjoy the results of your more youthful face, you also need to consider maintenance. Plastic surgery is not designed to last forever; most results last about ten years before they need enhancement. To make the most…
If you are going to your first visit with a cardiologist, you may feel nervous about the appointment. There is usually a good reason that a person is referred to a cardiologist – concerning test results, a cardio episode or other reasons. However, being prepared can help calm your nerves and ensure you get the…
Do you have acne scars that are a reminder of bad skin when you were younger? Many teens go through an acne-prone phase that can leave scars on their skin that follow them into adulthood. If you have pock-marked skin from excessive acne, there are options to diminish the appearance of these scars. Here are…
When arteries are blocked, or closed, blood flow is restricted and can cause major damage in the body. Most notably, if an artery has a blockage and it restricts blood flow to the heart, a heart attack can occur. Arteries can fill with a fatty substance called plaque that can create blockages that restricts blood…
There have been many misconceptions about naturopathic doctors and the treatments they offer over the years, many of them unfounded. Some people still believe the misinformation they have heard, even though there is plenty of evidence proving otherwise. Here are a few myths about NDs that still plague this field of medicine and healthcare. NDs…
Curvature of the spine or scoliosis can affect people of all ages and become debilitating if left untreated. Some cases of scoliosis can bend the spine to put pressure on the internal organs, while also causing disfigurement and extreme pain or lack of mobility. Conventional treatments for scoliosis include braces and surgery to straighten the…
Any woman who has experienced a urinary tract infection or UTI knows how uncomfortable this condition can be and wants to avoid a reoccurrence. Unfortunately, some women seem to have ongoing urinary tract issues, while others rarely or never get a UTI. Although not all can be prevented, there are ways to reduce the risk…
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