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The Correlation Between HIV and Kidney Disease

Posted Thursday, April 21, 2016

More than 1.2 million people are living with HIV in the United States. Many are at risk for complications stemming from the infection, including but not limited to chronic kidney disease.

Bunion Surgery - Don't Suffer in Silence

Posted Wednesday, April 20, 2016

The aim of Foot Health Awareness Month is to promote positive foot health and educate the public on issues related to foot health. Hallux Abducto Valgus, commonly known as a bunion, is a painful condition where a bony bump forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. Tight shoes, stress on the foot, arthritis and even genetics can all play a role in developing this condition.

Celiac Disease: An Autoimmune Disorder

Posted Saturday, April 16, 2016

An estimated 1% of the U.S. population has Celiac Disease; however, a majority of the population is unfamiliar with the cause, symptoms and possible complications.

Biofeedback Therapy & Chronic Pain

Posted Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Researchers aren’t exactly sure how or why Biofeedback works. They do, however, know that Biofeedback Therapy promotes relaxation, which can relieve a number of conditions, including orthopedic disorders.

Neck and Head Cancer Awareness Month

Posted Thursday, April 7, 2016

Head and neck cancer is defined as a cancer that originates or develops in or around the throat, larynx, nose, sinuses, and mouth. It is estimated that head and neck cancer will account for an estimated 13,000 American deaths this year alone.

Macular Degeneration

Posted Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a progressive disease caused by either the deterioration of the central portion of the retina or leaky blood vessels under the retina. The retina’s central portion, the macula, controls our ability to read, drive, recognize faces and see objects in fine detail. AMD affects more than 10 million Americans and is more common than cataracts and glaucoma combined.

What You Need to Know About Allergy Testing

Posted Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Finding out the cause of the allergy is the first step in effective allergy treatment. This resource will explain why is it important to get an allergy test if you have allergy symptoms and common types of allergy testing

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Posted Friday, March 18, 2016

The rates of new colon and rectal cancer diagnoses have been falling in the United States for people ages 50 and older. But for people under 50, for whom routine screening is not recommended, rates seem to be increasing significantly.

Don't Ignore the Symptoms of Gerd

Posted Friday, March 11, 2016

60 million adults experience acid reflux at least once a month. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive disease and occurs when stomach acid flows back into your esophagus, causing irritation of the lining of the esophagus. Although GERD is a common condition, the damage it may cause can be serious. Please share this guide with your patients to help them understand the symptoms, complications and treatment options for GERD.

The Link Between Heart Disease and RA

Posted Wednesday, March 9, 2016

More than 50 percent of premature deaths in people with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) result from cardiovascular disease. Inflammation associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis is known to contribute to blood vessel damage and thus increasing the risk factor for heart disease.