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Most people have experienced that moment when they start to feel “off,” like the start of a cold or flu. You wake up and swallow and it feels like sandpaper. A headache develops soon after. Or maybe…

Keeping your heart healthy is not something you may think about every day. But you should. The American Heart Association (AHA) reports that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. and…

With the holiday season fast approaching, entertaining and gathering for meals with family and friends are on many minds. Yet this time of year can present a special challenge for people trying to…

Lexi Grogan was a new mom and new nurse when a loud, obnoxious whooshing sound started in her right ear, making her miserable. Instead of celebrating her accomplishments and finding her way in both of…

Joint pain from years of use, arthritis and other conditions is exceedingly common and often sends people to seek relief from an orthopaedic physician. While surgery may be the solution for some…

Many signs and symptoms of dementia often mimic the natural process of aging, so if you’re concerned about yourself or a loved one, doctors urge you to err on the side of caution and get screened. The…

When the temperature drops, we head indoors and shut the windows. Then the sneezing begins. You can be allergic to things inside your house just as you can react to outdoor allergens. Mold spores…

That big Thanksgiving dinner can be a lot more than just a meal. It’s often an event. People dine on foods they don’t usually eat, like mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce and apple pie, and…

While the majority of lung cancers are related to smoking, people who have never smoked can still develop lung cancer and can take steps to reduce their risks. “Ninety percent of lung cancers are due…

From the first moments a child interacts with a parent or a caregiver — whether they are focusing on a parent’s face or tracking a favorite toy — kids are using visual cues to observe their new world…

For many people with movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease, medication is not enough to effectively control symptoms. Thankfully, there’s another kind of treatment that can help: deep brain…