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Psoriasis is a common skin disorder that affects 125 million people globally; however, what many people don’t realize is that it is an autoimmune disease. When the body’s immune system is triggered, skin cells become overactive and produce more skin than what can naturally be sloughed off, so the end result is red, irritated skin with dry patches that eventually …

By Martin Maag, MD Adrogenetic alopecia or AGA, is the most common form of hair loss in men and women, but today’s article is about men. Affecting over 60% of men starting around age 35, with 85% of men by age 50. Very few men escape this condition. Those that do are fortunate; those that don’t either accept it or …

Working on improving your balance in the water is the safest most effective way to go. If you fall over in the water, you will only get wet. However, if you fall over on land, you could possibly break a hip. Safely exercising or working on balance in the water is helping numerous individuals improve stability, build strength, and increase their …

With weather approaching the upper 90’s and on some days, triple digits, the heat can be unbearable at times and downright dangerous, this is particularly the case when we factor in high levels of humidity. Our bodies self-regulate heat by sweating and also through radiating heat back into the atmosphere. When we sweat, we perspire potassium and sodium. Both of …

By James W. Mallonee There has been a recent ruling in the guardianship law which has the effect of giving those persons who are under siege of a guardianship proceeding some protection. It involves the examining committee reports and the procedures used to complete them. The procedures used to initiate a guardianship proceeding starts with the filing of a petition to …

Back to school brings lots of sports practices right in the middle of the hottest part of the day. It’s important for coaches, athletes and parents to be aware of how to prevent heat-related illness. To prevent heat illness (i.e. heat cramps, heat exhaustion, or heat stroke) or even heat stroke deaths during summer sports practices, consider the following important tips: …

It’s not uncommon for women to experience heavy bleeding due to fibroids or cysts at various stages in their life, but for older women that are finished having children, gynecologists often recommend hysterectomy. The same holds true for women that are finished having children and may have complications due to cancer, ovarian cysts or tumors. Endometriosis, fibroids, polyps, and other intrauterine …

By Peggy Benzing, D.O. Alzheimer’s Disease touches people regardless of race, gender or religion. Currently, there is no predicting who will be affected, and there is no reliable treatment. It robs people of their memories and progresses throughout its course until the patient is no longer able to be managed at home. Frequently, an older couple has been living together and …

By Dr. Noël Crosby, Au.D. Tinnitus is the hearing of sound when no external sound is present. While often described as a ringing, it may also sound like a clicking, hiss or roaring. Rarely, unclear voices or music are heard. The sound may be soft or loud, low pitched or high pitched and appear to be coming from one ear or …

In Florida, our warm weather starts way before the rest of the country. We’re experiencing hot summer temperatures in the beginning of spring in many cases, and the heat continues into the autumn months. With warm weather in full swing, many people are looking for ways to escape the sultry heat. What better time to visit Alaska than May and …