The CDC’s systematic review, published in the April issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, says in the U.S., an estimated 30 percent to 45 percent of people in…
Cutting-edge therapy ignites body’s healing prowess
Signals may indicate victims 2 to 3 years ahead of symptoms
San Juan Basin Health announces its dental hygienist and regional oral-health specialist, Kari Plante. She recently earned her master trainer certification for the Cavity Free at Three Program. This certification…
For some men whose prostate cancers were discovered because they were causing symptoms, surgery is more effective than “watchful waiting.”University of Chicago Medical Center/Associated Press However, U.S. men should not…
Often these medications are the ones used for the symptomatic relief of minor acute (short-term) problems. The most commonly available medications for the relief of pain are over-the-counter analgesics. Many…
The Citizens Health Advisory Council is asking residents to complete a survey about the state of behavioral health in La Plata County. Behavioral health is described – for the purpose…
Dr. Robert Lustig, a professor of pediatrics at the University of California, says the existence of breakfast cereals will be hard to justify against recommendations for lower sugar intake by…
center may have the answer for you (and those you sleep with)
Hoffman, who died at 46, won the Oscar for best actor for the title role in “Capote” in 2005. His heroin addiction began in college, but he had more than…
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society hosts Café con Leche, a free monthly telephone-support group conducted in Spanish for people living with MS. Each session runs from noon to 1:30 p.m.…
Extended inactivity may make just about everything worse
Durango study examines effects of elevation on cyclists’ lungs
However, there is cause for worry for the younger generation
Its impact on the health of our nation continues to grow. In November 2013, the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and The Obesity Society released updated guidelines about…
has been found with degenerative brain condition
Mercy Regional Medical Center will offer free education to people with prediabetes from 9 to 11 a.m. March 6 in Suite 140 of the medical office building. People diagnosed with…
After a decade or more of doing exams for third-class medical certificates (private pilots) and second-class medical certificates (commercial pilots), I qualified as senior examiner and performed first-class medicals for…
Isolation may increase your risk for early death – so, have friends :)
