Ever had cravings… also known as the munchies? Your body keeps sending hunger signals so you then keep eating as you feel hungry. Many of you satisfy those cravings with unhealthy foods like sweets or bad carbs. This can not only pile on the weight, but also give you little to no nutritional value making you feel sluggish. Most if not all cravings can be […]

The current Ebola virus outbreak, which is the largest ever reported, has overwhelmed struggling health systems in some of the world’s poorest countries. Past outbreaks have been brought under control fairly rapidly once the virus was identified and protective measures put in place. The virus is spread between humans through direct contact with infected bodily fluids. There is no cure for Ebola, but with intensive […]

If you’ve moved to a new town or waited longer than necessary for a routine checkup, it’s probably time to look for a new dentist. Finding the right one can mean the difference between good oral health and rotten teeth, so you should look into them intelligently. For more apprehensive patients, finding a good dentist can help ease anxieties and turn a daunting visit into […]

It’s time for you to revisit the audiologist for your hearing aid fitting. If you’re not quite sure what to expect out of this visit, here is a list of things you’re likely to go over with your doctor during the appointment. Plan for a Long Appointment It’s important to provide ample time in your schedule for this appointment. Each person is different. The actual […]

The aging process takes a toll on the skin, especially in the forehead area where wrinkles form easily and the eyebrows droop as elasticity decreases. The tail of the eyebrow, also known as the outer brow, is exceptionally vulnerable to the aging process, and can actually begin to sag at an early age. Droopy eyebrows can make a person look sad, tired and old beyond […]

When you need upper-arm surgery, a shoulder surgeon will likely be the physician who performs the procedure. As you research to find the best shoulder surgeon to care for you, it’s important to learn about common injuries and standard treatments. Armed with this information, you will know whether the treatments prescribed for you fit with standard protocol. The shoulder has the most flexibility of any […]

Your spine is one of the most vital parts of your body. It supports your posture, flexibility, and holds your entire body upright as you perform daily tasks. It is also responsible for protecting your spinal cord, which is a component to your central nervous system. There are a myriad of conditions that can affect your vertebral column and cause back pain, any of which […]

For people who suffer from bone or joint pain, seeing a doctor who has the expertise to relieve their symptoms and the specialization to revitalize their bones and joints, can make all the difference. Bone and joint doctors are known in the medical profession as orthopedic specialists. Whether seeing one of these specialized doctors in a private practice, or going to an orthopedic center, you […]

As we age our epidermis begins to sag and wrinkle. Aging, especially if it occurs sooner than expected, can be a source of anxiety for some people. The good news is, that younger and fresher skin is only a simple procedure or over-the-counter product away. Skin peels work to remove dead epidermis cells on the surface of your face, and as a result they expose […]