Health Tips

Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle, making you at greater risk for a fracture. Depending on your bone density, it may only take a cough or sneeze to break a bone. Osteoporosis-related fractures commonly occur in places like the hip, wrist or spine. Bone is living tissue that is continuously being broken down…

Does your skin itch from time to time over your whole body, or in certain areas, like your arms or legs? Rashes can occur without any visible changes, but more often than not it is associated with redness, bumps or dry skin. While it can usually be treated with either a moisturizer or an anti-itch…

Have you gotten used to feeling heartburn after meals and even when you go to sleep? You might have gastroesophageal reflux disease, better known as GERD. What is GERD? GERD is the return of the stomach’s contents back up into the esophagus. In normal digestion, the lower esophageal sphincter opens to allow food to pass…

Cosmetic dermatology focuses on improving and enhancing the appearance of skin. Treatments can range from refreshing and rejuvenating the skin to restoring its texture and tone, along with reducing imperfections such as: Acne Scars Stretch marks Skin discoloration Age spots Lines and wrinkles Some of the most common cosmetic dermatology procedures include: Botulinum Toxin (Botox…

More than one in three people age 65 or older falls each year. That amounts to about 1.6 million emergency room visits from older adults who sustain fall-related injuries. Though it may seem as if falls just happen, there are things you can do to reduce your loved one’s risk of falling and sustaining injuries…

Most of us put off going to the doctor until something is wrong. However, there are some simple screenings that can ward off, or at least detect early, health conditions that can have a big impact on your life. Use this list below to see if you are overdue for a visit to your primary…