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Rebecca Fast
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Small but Mighty
The thyroid gland, located at the base of the neck below the Adam’s apple, is small in size but plays a critical role in many...

The Dynamic World of Medicine
Head-To-Toe-Health The Brain Genetic Testing for Epilepsy In the U.S., approximately three million adults and more than 450,000 children have epilepsy, a brain disorder that...

All About MS
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, nearly one million U.S. adults are living with multiple sclerosis (MS) – double the amount originally estimated by...

Sizzling Summer Survival
The hot, humid months of summer may be perfect for sitting poolside, but extended time in the heat can be dangerous. Heat-related deaths and illnesses...

Overcoming Anxiety
Most people experience anxiety from time to time, but for some, it’s a regular occurrence that interferes with daily life. Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is...

Dental Must-Dos
Teeth and Gums: The Basics Healthy teeth and gums allow you to share a smile with confidence and can affect your overall health. For the...

Understanding ARFID
A voidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a relatively new diagnosis of disordered eating, says physician Amy Middleman, chief of adolescent medicine at Oklahoma...

Cervical Cancer’s Threat
This year, the American Cancer Society estimates that more than 14,000 women will be diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer, and more than 4,000 women will...

Understanding Aneurysms
“Aneurysms are an enlargement of a blood vessel in the body,” says Beau Hawkins, a cardiologist with OU Health in Oklahoma City. “They most commonly...

Image Matters
Head-to-Toe Improvements Face Fine lines and wrinkles, along with age spots, can dull your complexion and age you beyond your years. Fortunately, there are several...