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Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that causes serious illness in dogs and other animals throughout the world. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that many dogs can acquire, and the number of veterinarians that are seeing this infection in their patients is growing. The concern is of course for our beloved pets, but also a major red flag since leptospirosis is …

By Dr. Noël Crosby, Au.D. Most hearing aid wearers should use a drying device every night, this is especially important in our area because of our elevated humidity.  Hearing aids are difficult to keep dry for many reasons, the most important of which is that they are almost sealed containers. Moisture can get inside the hearing aid through condensation, caused …

By Jonathan M. Frantz, MD, FACS A cataract is not a growth, but a gradual clouding of the normally crystal-clear lens of the eye. Cataracts distort vision because they block the lens from being able to focus light on the retina. It’s a common vision condition that affects many people as they grow older. By age 80, more than half …

When school is in session, it’s the perfect time to renew your family’s healthy eating habits by getting in a groove of lunchbox packing. While packing a healthy school lunch day after day can seem daunting, it doesn’t have to be. By taking the free Power Your Lunchbox Promise, you can gain access to customizable, make-ahead lunchbox inspiration like Black Bean …

By Allegro The surge in the aging population is challenging the technology industry to provide inventive solutions. Advancements in technology are enhancing the lives of older adults and their caregivers. Here are a few innovative technologies transforming life as we age. 1. WiseWear offers a new option in the competitive wearable trackers market. The smart jewelry tracks your heart rate, calories and …

By Dr. Steven Reichbach Although medical professionals are still discovering new reasons for depression and anxiety to this day, we know that a tiny portion in the brain called the amygdala, stores emotional and threatening thoughts and memories from our early childhood to present day. PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) causes extreme side effects. Many individuals have severe nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, …

By Joseph Magnant, MD, FACS, RPVI Each one of our patients has a unique struggle with vein disease and venous insufficiency–from swollen legs to endless leg cramps leading to the inability to continue with day-to-day activities. Mary Anne Simpson’s story is one of perseverance, of not accepting “no” for an answer, and of how she found Dr. Joseph Magnant who …

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 …