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Understanding Alzheimer’s: A Guide for Brain Awareness Month 2024

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, advocating for the brain’s health, and supporting those affected by these conditions. This month, we delve into what Alzheimer’s is, its impact on individuals and families, and how we can all contribute to raising awareness and …

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Navigating Summer Depression: Tips for a Brighter Season

Navigating Summer Depression: Tips for a Brighter Season While many people look forward to the warmth and excitement of summer, for some, the season brings feelings of depression and anxiety. Summer depression, a form of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), can catch you off guard when the world expects you to be at your happiest. If …

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Navegando por la depresión: consejos prácticos para el manejo de la salud mental

Depression is a prevalent mental health condition that affects millions worldwide. However, with the right strategies and support, managing depression becomes more manageable. In this guide, we’ll explore effective techniques to navigate the challenges of depression and prioritize mental well-being. Seek Professional Help for Depression Management: Consulting with mental health professionals such as therapists, counselors, …

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Heated tobacco products - what are they? Find out in our blog.

The Bottom Line on Heated Tobacco

Heated tobacco products are rapidly becoming more prevalent among cigarette smokers, but the bottom line is that they’re still harmful to our health. Our latest blog discusses what heated tobacco products are and the common misconceptions about them. The Breakdown of Heated Tobacco  Heated tobacco products (HTPs), also known as heat-not-burn products, are electronic devices that …

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Pre-Habilitation: 5 Exercises to do Before Knee Surgery

Pre-Habilitation: 5 Exercises to Do Before Knee Surgery

Most knee and other joint replacement patients know that physical therapy rehabilitation is necessary for recovery after surgery. But did you know that participating in an exercise therapy program in the weeks leading up to surgery has benefits too? If you’re considering knee replacement surgery, here are 5 pre-habilitation exercises to do before. Benefits of …

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Mayday! Mayday! Is Your Liver In Distress?

Is Your Liver Sending You a Mayday?

Mayday is a radio communications term many use worldwide that signals you’re in distress and need help. Did you know your body has built-in “distress” signals that tell you when you’re in pain, sick, and even in danger? With some medical conditions like liver disease, there are typically no obvious symptoms to alert you to …

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NASH: The Elephant in the Room

NASH: The Elephant in the Room

When liver disease comes to mind, many are more familiar with the types that occur in heavy drinkers of alcohol or from hepatitis C. On the contrary, the most common chronic liver condition in Western populations is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD affects people who drink little to no alcohol, but face the same …

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Bunion Removal Surgery

Bunion Removal Surgery: What You Need to Know

Bunions are often the result of prolonged stress on the joint in the big toe. They can be extremely painful, but shoe modifications, splints, and pain medications provide relief in most cases. If these measures don’t help, your doctor may suggest bunion removal surgery (bunionectomy). If you’re considering bunion surgery, knowing the surgical options and …

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The progression of liver disease: Stages and complications

The Progression of Liver Disease: Stages and Complications

When an organ performs over 500 essential functions, you can understand why our overall health and life depend on it working well. There are over 100 different liver diseases, and each has the potential to damage the liver and interfere with its ability to function correctly. Even though numerous diseases affect the liver, most progressively …

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