Sleep apnea is a problem around the planet. In the United States, at least 18 million people suffer from the serious sleep disorder. When people suffer from it, they will stop breathing during the night. These episodes, called apneas, can…
Continue ReadingPeople are always looking for ways to boost their metabolism. Experts say that about 70% of a person’s energy expenditures are sue to the basal metabolic rate (BMR). They note that only 20% of the average energy usage is due…
Continue ReadingFewer doctors going into primary care combined with millions more people getting health insurance thanks to the Affordable Care Act has led to a shortage of doctors to provide basic care to people — everything from vaccinations to routine appointments.…
Continue ReadingSleep apnea is a serious medical problem that affects millions of Americans. It has been estimated that at least 18 million people have this sleep disorder. During sleep, the sleep apnea sufferer will stop breathing for up to more than…
Continue ReadingThere are advantages and disadvantages to urgent care centers and emergency rooms alike. As is the case with many similar but different options, neither one is completely perfect, and both offer great services — but perhaps alone, neither one offers…
Continue ReadingAs we age, fine lines and wrinkles develop on our skin as part of the natural aging process. These delicate lines, which form around the corners of the eyes, can be a source of concern for those wishing to remain…
Continue ReadingLow cost health clinics are a great idea for all cities. There are a lot of people that don’t have very good insurance or any insurance at all and having a place where they can go that won’t cost them…
Continue ReadingYou have heard a similar comment three times in as many days. Three different friends of your have commented to you about your teenage daughter’s significant weight loss. And while you are nearly 80 pounds over weight, the fact that…
Continue ReadingColds and illnesses often come with the decreasing winter temperatures. More people experience cold during the winter months than any other time of the year. It can be difficult to self diagnose a cold. It can be even harder to…
Continue ReadingAlthough there are more than 25 million American adults who suffer from some variety of incontinence, we are still reluctant to address the topic with our doctors. Most women wait for more than six years before talking with a health…
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