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By Joseph Gauta, MD, FACOG As infants and toddlers, our bowel movements are a cause for celebration bringing relief to parents and grandparents alike. But as we age, these natural bodily functions become a source of embarrassment and even shame for those who suffer with fecal incontinence. According to Joseph Gauta, MD, FACOG, a board certified physician specializing in the …

You may have heard these statistics before, but they are still startling. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that about 600,000 people die from heart disease in this country every year – that is 1 out of every 4 deaths. Most cardiovascular disease, which includes heart disease and stroke, occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply …

More than 30 million people in the U.S. are affected by chronic sinusitis.  Each year it’s one of the most common reasons that individuals visit their doctor.  People who suffer from ongoing sinus complications usually have difficulty breathing, contributing to other health disorders. Some of the symptoms of Chronic Sinusitis are: • Nasal obstruction • Difficulty breathing • Postnasal drainage …

By Dr. Robert Gilliland, DC If you have an enlarged prostate (BPH) or erectile dysfunction (ED) the following information could be life changing! Recent double blind, placebo controlled medical studies have shown this non-invasive, NASA-patented therapy to: • Decrease prostate volume by an average of 57% • Reduce symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) • Reduce symptoms associated with erectile …

The evolution of cancer treatment over the last 40 years has resulted in better outcomes for patients; today more people are living with cancer than ever before. Cancer is an illness unlike any other. Many people mistakenly believe that cancer refers to one disease that occurs in many different parts of the body, but, in reality, cancer is not just …

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 …

By Hilary A. Sojdak, APRN, Director of Clinical Services at PASWFL The holiday season is supposed to be a time of optimism and cheer; however, many people struggle with a variety of distressing psychological symptoms that impede on the ability to find peace and happiness each year. Feelings of sadness, despair, or overwhelming burden may result in a temporary inability to …

By Stacey Gazan, ARNP and Alejandro Miranda-Sousa, MD What Is OAB? Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a condition where the bladder contracts uncontrollably, creating leakage, the strong sudden need to “go right away,” and going too often. OAB is caused by: • Nerves signal that your bladder is full too soon • Your muscles contract when your bladder is still filling …

Being overweight can cause serious long-term health issues, and the statistics of obesity in the US are staggering. More than 160 million Americans are considered obese in the United States. According to the CDC, obesity is more prevalent in the United States than merely being overweight. Two significant obesity contributors are not being active enough and eating an unhealthy diet. …

Nearly 5.2 million Americans have dementia, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. Experts estimate that a dementia diagnosis will affect close to 15 million people by mid-century. Forgetfulness, agitation, and frustration, social withdraw, and difficulty with daily tasks, are all symptoms of Dementia. Alzheimer’s is the most progressive form of dementia. Communication within the brain is severely …