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Since social drinking has become very commonplace in our society, many people are unaware of the long term effects that it has on the body and brain. Depending on the length of time someone has been drinking, and the amount consumed regularly, or in binging episodes, the impact can have moderate to severe outcomes. People usually initially start drinking to …

By Marek Zajac, FootXperts CEO The majority of people may not have pain in their feet, but further up the anatomical chain. Many studies, including those in the Orthopedic Physical Assessment, state that 80 percent of people have foot dysfunctions which don’t necessarily cause foot pain, but are responsible for their back pain, sciatica, sacral joint pain, hip joint pain, …

When it comes to diet and nutrition, there are countless gurus and influencers claiming they have the best advice, but the truth is, depending on your overall health, some diets are just downright dangerous. If you have any heart or vascular conditions, you need to caution this type of advice and speak to your vascular surgeon about what’s best for …

What keeps people young at heart and healthy as the age? There are a lot of speculations and hypothesis, but one incredible lady named Lola Jean Copeland has a unique way of staying vivacious and healthy. To look at her, you might think she was in her early 70’s, but she just turned 98! Lola Jean Copeland has always had …

Nutrition and physical activity are important parts of a healthy lifestyle when you have diabetes. Along with other benefits, following a healthy meal plan and being active can help you keep your blood glucose level in your target range. To manage your blood glucose, you need to balance what you eat and drink with physical activity and diabetes medication, if …

There are neurotransmitters throughout the entire body that send signals to the brain, alerting you instantaneously of real or perceived danger. Anxiety is made up of both psychological and physical symptoms. The psychological part creates the nervousness, fear, and worry, while the physical aspect produces sweating, rapid heart palpitations, a rise in blood pressure, nausea and shortness of breath. When …

By Dr. Reginald Pinder II | Sports Medicine | Millennium Physician Group Do you have pain, stiffness, or issues with your joints? Perhaps you have shoulder or knee pain that affects your daily activities or athletic performance. Conditions that impact your ability to pick up your grandchild, drive the ball 150 yards, or cycle 30 miles on a sunny Saturday …

One of the most aging areas that many of us face as we age is our eyes. Some of the main issues are fine lines and wrinkles, but dark circles are often one of the primary aesthetic conditions that ages the face and the person. Individuals can have dark circles from early in their lives and throughout their adulthood. In …

Dr. Joseph Freedman MD, MBA The season of BBQs, picnics and fun-filled events is upon us, and with all of the festivities, we should be well reminded that this time of year can literally put a great deal of stress on our hearts. Since heart disease is still the leading cause of death in both men and women, understanding how to …

By Krystal Smith, D.O. Q: WHEN SHOULD I BEGIN HAVING SCREENING MAMMOGRAMS? A: The American College of Radiology recommends women begin having annual screening mammograms at age 40. Some women, who are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer due to such things as a family history of breast cancer, may need to begin sooner than age 40. Q: …