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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a very real and raw anxiety disorder someone faces after they have gone through a traumatic experience. PTSD can occur after facing a life-threatening…

It’s probably safe to say everyone is familiar with the common symptoms of a heart attack. In fact, the first thing people often think of is likely the movie version, where a man in sudden agony…

Have you ever felt like your heart flip-flopped or skipped a beat, or experienced a fluttering feeling in your chest? That could be atrial fibrillation (AFib), one of the most common types of…

Summertime is supposed to be laid-back and lazy, right? But summertime with kids always seems to get notoriously crazy. When fall rolls around, many parents are grateful for the return to a routine…

Breast cancer seems like something other people get, until it happens to someone you know (or yourself). While the overall risk for breast cancer among women in the United States is 13 percent, or 1…

As the summer heat begins to rise, so do the delicious smells of grilling season. Grilling is a great way to bring your family and friends together while sharing a delicious meal that satisfies your…

When starting chemotherapy treatment, it’s normal to feel a little nervous as you head to your first infusion appointment. You’re hoping for a comfortable experience, but you may be there for up to…

While influencing factors like culture and family play a role in determining universal differences between the male and female genders, there’s a far more fundamental element at play: neurological…

Do you ever notice how the feeling of the warm sun on your skin helps put you in a better mood? Much of that feeling is your body’s reaction to vitamin D. Many of us crave it on dark, winter days…

How often do you end a busy day with fast food or a frozen, processed dinner? It happens. Convenience food is quick, easy and usually tastes good. Unfortunately, it can wreak havoc on your health…

Scoliosis in adults is quite common and becoming more frequent as people are living longer. “More than half of adults over age 60 have some kind of spinal deformity ranging from small degenerative…

Do you ever wonder what the dentist is looking for when they rub your neck or why they are taking so long looking inside your mouth? In addition to evaluating the health of your teeth and gums and…