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What is Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease occurs when there is decreased dopamine production in the brain, which makes it difficult for the brain to coordinate muscle movements. Lower dopamine levels can also lead to mood and cognitive issues later…

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Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Blood Pressure

Are you someone who struggles with high blood pressure? Have you ever wondered if medication the only way to bring the numbers down? While for some medication might be necessary, your lifestyle can play a…

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Should you be screened for lung cancer?

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer, aside from skin cancer, in both men and women in the U.S. It’s also the No. 1 cause of cancer death in this country. Fortunately, there is…

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Protect your brain from serious injury

A hit to the head can be painful. It can also be deadly— about 150 Americans die every day from injuries related to what’s called a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI is a major cause…

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Tips for Winter Joint Pain Relief

Winter weather—particularly cold—can cause slow, achy joints, making it hard to move. If you’re looking for winter joint pain relief, here are some tips to help you avoid the discomfort brought on by the…

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What are CT Heart Scans and why are they important?

Dr. Amit Zachariah, an Interventional Cardiologist at the Riverside Heart and Vascular Institute Heart health is something you can take into your own hands, as there are many modifiable risk factors associated with cardiovascular…

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Prediabetes: Take the path to prevention

Sometimes, if we’re lucky, we get a heads-up about a potential problem—like a traffic jam that is blocking our route—which allows us to change course and go in a different direction. Learning you have prediabetes…

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