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By Joseph Kandel, M.D. Neurology is the field of medicine that deals with the nervous system; this involves the brain and brain stem, the spinal cord, nerve roots, nerve twigs (peripheral nerves), muscles, and how they interact with everything in your body. It is the nervous system receptors that are responsible for appreciating pain throughout your body. Common neurologic disorders …

By Debra K. Brinker, RN The cervical spine is unique, consisting of vertebrae that are smaller and more mobile than all of the movable vertebrae of the spine. This high degree of mobility is necessary in order to move the head through its varied range of motion. The cervical ligaments, stabilizing structures primarily responsible for connecting adjacent bones, are especially …

By Yollo Wellness Turmeric is a spice that has been used in cooking for centuries. Scientists have determined that turmeric has many biological activities, although they do not fully understand exactly how it exerts these effects. From laboratory experiments, it has been deduced that substances in turmeric (called curcuminoids) prevent inflammation by inhibiting the molecules that mediate inflammatory reactions. Curcuminoids …

By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 Most people don’t realize that when you move that there is a lot you need to do that does not involve your new home, but it can greatly affect you personally.  When you shop for a new home you should shop for new health insurance as well and compare the difference …

By Amy Hilliard Selecting the right senior living community is one of the most important housing decisions an older adult and/or their families will make. Although an adult child may feel at ease once mom or dad has moved into a community, the thought of being the “new kid on the block” may cause hesitation for seniors who haven’t had …

As I write this, the largest lottery prize in world history has just been won.  As of this moment, it appears that the prize will be split among three winners.  With a total in play of about one and a half billion, that’s about $500 million to each winner! Prior to the drawing, the news was full of long lines …

One of the most loved comedians, actors and philanthropist, a staple in most people’s living rooms is no longer with us. One who could make even the funniest comedians speechless with his animated comic relief, suffered with a dark demon that impacts nearly 1 in 10 adults in the United States, depression. Robin William’s death has brought some much needed …

With 76 million Baby Boomers still thriving and active, many are rejecting the sedentary lifestyle of their parents’ generation (remove comma) and are using advances in technology and surgical techniques that enable them to keep on running, cycling, skiing and engaging in other sports, while maintaining very active lifestyles. The 45-64 age group accounted for more than 40% of the …

By Dr. John C. Kagan, M.D. As we enter the New Year, we are faced with developing and upholding our New Year’s resolutions. With a variety of opportunities to improve our lives with this year-long resolution, why not make it count by committing to keeping our bodies happy and healthy for many years to come? For individuals who have or …

The Ultrafast CT Screening of the Heart is a quick and simple test which assesses your risk of heart attack by detecting and measuring the amount of calcium build-up in your coronary arteries. The test allows the radiologist to determine whether a patient has a serious risk of significant narrowing of blood vessels to the heart. More importantly, it allows …