Book Lovers with Back Pain

Orthopedics
Do you love to read, but find it hard to sit and open your favorite book, because of your back pain? Just can’t put that page-turner down? You don’t have to! For all you book lovers out there, despair not. Here are 5 reader-friendly tips for keepin...
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What to Do After a Flu Shot

Uncategorized
While the seasonal flu shot is formulated to reduce or eliminate the risks for contracting influenza, some people experience adverse reactions for many reasons. Fortunately, these are usually mild and temporary in nature and treatments are availabl...
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Making Imperfect Bones Perfect

Orthopedics
The orthopedic system is the framework upon which our entire bodies are built. But, what happens when osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) happens? The body experiences impaired ability to create healthy bones, resulting in weak bones with high risk for fr...
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Hyperkalemia: The Silent Killer

Cardiology
According to specialists in cardiology, electrolyte abnormalities, such as hyperkalemia, are associated with cardiovascular emergencies. Without emergency medical attention, these conditions can cause cardiac arrest and may even hinder resuscitativ...
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Living Well with Angina

Cardiology
Angina is a symptom of a cardiovascular coronary artery disease caused by reduced blood flow to the heart and is characterized by pain, heaviness or pressure in the chest. Once diagnosed with angina, adopting these measures may help you manage your...
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What to Do After a Heart Attack

Cardiology
 Heart attacks are one of the leading causes of death among men and women in the United States. Most will survive their first heart attack and return to normal life, but certain lifestyle changes must be made to lessen the risk of suffering additio...
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