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  • Parkinson’s Disease

    WHAT IS IT? Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects your movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting with a small tremor in one hand. The disease also commonly causes stiffness or slowing of movement. Symptoms typ... View Post

  • Pancreatitis

    WHAT IS IT?Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas. The condition can come on suddenly and last for days (acute pancreatitis), or it can develop gradually and last for months to years (chronic pancreatitis). During normal digestion, inactivated pancr... View Post

  • Ovarian Cysts

        WHAT IS IT?  Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs or pockets within or on the surface of an ovary. Many women have ovarian cysts at some time during their lives. Most present little or no discomfort, are harmless and disappear without treatment within a few months. Ovarian cysts typically d... View Post

  • Osteoporosis

    WHAT IS IT?  Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle so that even mild stresses like bending over or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist, or spine. Factors that can increase your ri... View Post

  • Nonallergic Rhinitis

    WHAT IS IT? Nonallergic rhinitis, also called vasomotor rhinitis, is a condition characterized by chronic sneezing or having a congested, drippy nose with no apparent cause. The symptoms of nonallergic rhinitis are similar to those of hay fever (allergic rhi... View Post

  • Neck Pain

    WHAT’S THE CAUSE?  Neck muscles can be strained from poor posture — whether it’s leaning into your computer at work or hunching over your workbench at home. Wear-and-tear arthritis also can result in neck pain. Rarely, neck pain is a symptom of a more seriou... View Post

  • Understanding Menopause: Key Symptoms and Effective Management Tips

    Irregular periods Vaginal dryness Hot flashes Night sweats Sleep problems Mood changes Weight gain and slowed metabolism Thinning hair and dry skin Menopause is a natural biological condition that marks the cessation of the menstrual cycles of a woman. What is menopause?... View Post

  • Lactose Intolerance

    WHAT IS IT?  Lactose intolerance means you aren’t able to fully digest the milk sugar (lactose) in dairy products. A deficiency of lactase — an enzyme produced by the lining of your small intestine — is usually responsible for lactose intolerance.Signs and s... View Post