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Urinary tract infections, also known as UTI’s can affect men and women of all ages. Women are plagued with these infections to a much larger extent than men, however, men can experience UTI’s as well. People who wear adult diapers have a higher occurrence of UTI’s. Incidence is even greater in those living in nursing homes. Symptoms can vary but …

The Top 7 Things You Should Know About Invisalign Straightening teeth has become a relatively standard procedure from the young and old alike for various reasons, which may include TMJ disorders, digestive conditions, periodontal disease, or for aesthetic reasons. Most people feel more confident when they have a symmetrical, bright smile, and for both children and adults, properly aligned teeth …

While Halloween may be an exciting time for kids and also fun-filled for adults, many pets are at risk for anxiety, getting lost and toxic reactions to candy. Keeping them safe and comfortable is essential. Yes, all the ghoulish fun with scary skeleton talking heads, light-up door mats that yell creepy sayings or the flickering Halloween lights might be fun …

It’s evident that that lotions and potions are never going to correct the underlying weakening of the facial, neck and décolletage muscles and collagen fibers. When sagging skin, dullness and lack of elastin are taking a toll on maturing faces, Alma Lasers ClearLift™ is the answer many people have been waiting for. The Virtually Painless Alternative to Skin ResurfacingClearLift™ is …

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services What is tinnitus? Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a sound when there is no external source for that sound. In a minority of cases the sound may have a physical source within the body, like the sound of a person’s pulse, but in most cases the sound is generated by the brain …

Having an overactive bladder is nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, nearly 15 percent of women are dealing with it on a chronic basis. As you may suspect, it is more prominent in women due to pregnancies, menopause, and the unique structure of the female urinary tract. Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is a specific type of problem that is …

According to Eastern Medicine thought, there are many paths up a mountain. In this article we will be discussing headaches and how both Eastern and Western medicine view headaches. The Western (aka biomedical) approach is reductionist and relies on empirical observation and symptom differential. The Eastern approach is dynamic, holistic, personalized and also relies on a symptom differential. However, that …

Healthy aging includes more than just one’s physical wellness. It also encompasses a healthy mental, physical, and social state. The month of September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, an annual occurrence to raise awareness about the positive aspects of growing older. It’s important to keep in mind that as you age you are at higher risk for chronic diseases …

By Dr. Kevin Kozak Every September, National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month presents an opportunity to increase awareness and discussion on prostate cancer, the second most common type of cancer among men in the U.S. Nearly one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetimes. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 248,530 new cases diagnosed …

By Cederquist Medical Wellness Center Research suggests that weight-loss after age 50 could mean additional health benefits. That is if you can keep it off. But why? What makes bodyweight so important, and what is a healthy goal weight for you? Let’s explore. Bodyweight: The True Meaning Weight comes up a lot – at the doctor, on supplement commercials, in …