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Sep, 2018
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a condition that refers to any disease or disorder of your circulatory system outside of your brain and heart. It’s a broad term that can mean any disorder that affects any of your blood…
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Aug, 2018
About 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s, but scientists have determined that in some cases, you may be able to lower your risk of getting this disease. In this blog, the neurologists at Boulevard Medical Healthcare in the Bronx, NY, explain more about Alzheimer’s and how you may be able to avoid it: What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, which is a general term for…
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Jul, 2018
What Is an Ingrown Toenail? An ingrown toenail happens when the side border of your toenail starts to dig inward and irritate the skin of your toe. An ingrown toenail is most likely to happen with the big toe…
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Jun, 2018
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the US, killing 1 in 4 males each year, according to the CDC (Center for Disease Control). The CDC also reports that half of the men who die due to coronary heart disease showed no previous symptoms. This means men with no symptoms may still be at risk for heart disease. Between 70% and 89% of cardiac events…
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May, 2018
Heart problems need to be treated promptly to lower your risk of serious complications, but they’re not always easy to detect. Having an echocardiogram done helps doctors find heart problems, so that they can be properly managed. Find out more about…
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Apr, 2018
If you’re looking for a doctor, you may wonder which type will best provide the care you need. Internal medicine doctors, also called internists, can be excellent choices in many cases, but people are often unclear about exactly what it is that these doctors treat. In this blog, the explain more about what internal medicine is to help you make the best possible choice when you’re looking for medical care:…
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Mar, 2018
Spring represents renewal, and it’s a great time to change your eating habits for the better. Whether you’re restarting a New Year’s resolution that has fallen by the wayside or are newly inspired to make some positive changes, these…
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Feb, 2018
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. It includes a wide range of conditions that can negatively affect your heart, including coronary artery disease and heart defects. If blood vessels become narrowed or blocked, it can lead to a stroke or heart attack, and other types of heart disease can cause symptoms such as quickly becoming out of breath while being…
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Jan, 2018
Dry skin can be irritating, itchy, and may make you more likely to suffer other skin health issues. Most people experience dryness now and again. It usually flares up in the winter, when reduced humidity and wind can be taxing…
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Dec, 2017
The holidays can be the most challenging time of year to stay healthy. With added stress and facing more opportunities to skip workouts, it’s hard to maintain a regime. Develop a plan to deal with stress. From stretching your budget to buy gifts to handling relatives, the holidays can be an extremely stressful time of year. Try to anticipate sources of stress and figure out how you can best manage…
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