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Lung nodules can serve as an early warning sign of lung cancer. Because lung cancer has one of the lowest five-year survival rates—only about one in four patients survive that long—early detection…

When you think about your health, it’s easy to focus on your heart, diet and state of mind. However, your lungs are at work every moment, fueling your body with oxygen and keeping you moving. Keeping…

When an adult visits their doctor complaining of muscle weakness that is gradually getting worse, and may be accompanied by fatigue and muscle twitching, their doctor may run a test for adult-onset…

We often associate exercise with great physical health, and for good reason. Exercise is one of the best ways to improve your health and lower your risk for conditions like diabetes and heart disease…

The understanding of concussions is consistently evolving and improving. With increased media attention on concussions in sports, there's a growing awareness in treatment approaches and…

A concussion can be a confusing and scary experience. With proper medical attention, most recover quickly, but around 20% of patients need extra support to fully heal. Knowing when to seek follow-up…

Your memory holds your stories, connections and sense of self. It helps you navigate daily life and gives you confidence in the things you do. As the years go by, it’s natural to wonder how well your…

Sleep. We all need it to function and live a healthy life. What does lack of sleep do to you? And, how do you know when your body needs more rest? Smita Patel, DO, a board-certified neurologist and…

Our bodies depend on vitamins for nearly every essential bodily function. Vitamins play a vital role in many processes, including energy production, cell growth and development, boosting our immune…

Pictured above, from left to right: Katerina Markopoulou, MD, helped patient María-Paz Salas manage her tremors and movement symptoms. María-Paz Salas felt like she was walking with weights around her…

Music can play on our emotions. Certain songs can make us feel sad, happy, nostalgic, or get us up on our feet to dance. Research shows that music also has a powerful effect on our memory — so…

Music legend Billy Joel’s recent diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus or NPH, has brought more attention to this relatively uncommon, debilitating condition. Endeavor Health neurosurgeon William…