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The Science Behind Cravings

Maybe it’s something salty, sweet or spicy, but there are times when we crave certain food flavors. Why? And why is it often an unhealthy...

Medicine’s Next Big Steps

The Brain Alzheimer’s vs. Normal Aging According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s estimated that more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and...

Dreaming in Data

A good night’s sleep is essential to one’s health, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 American adults don’t...

Know Where to Go

Whether an illness comes on gradually or you’re faced with a sudden medical emergency, knowing when and where to find the right level of care...

Ticking Off The Boxes

Summer draws people outdoors. Hiking, camping and other activities spent in nature means potential exposure to ticks – those creepy parasites that feed on the...

Understanding Aphasia

According to the American Stroke Association (ASA), it’s estimated that more than two million people in the United States have aphasia, a language disorder that...

Understanding Hair Loss

Androgenetic alopecia, known as male and female pattern hair loss, is the most common genetic reason for hair loss and/or baldness, affecting an estimated 50...

The Fundamentals of Women’s Health

The Complexities of Women’s Healthcare Both women and men suffer from many of the same illnesses and diseases. However, some conditions affect women more than...

Protecting Our Largest Organ

According to the National Eczema Association (NEA), around 31.6 million people in the United States – approximately 10% of the population – have some form...

Understanding Endometriosis

Approximately six and a half million American women have endometriosis, according to the Office on Women’s Health, and many suffer with chronic pelvic pain, severe...