Physicians and scientists have long known that obesity, or excess body fat, can expose individuals to increased risk of conditions such as osteoarthritis, heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer.
There are several measurements commonly used to determine if an individual should be considered obese, and thus at increased risk. It is not clear, however, which measure best predicts increased risk.
Urinary incontinence, or the inability to control one’s urination, is a devastating problem that affects many post-menopausal women. This is a fairly common disorder but, because it unfortunately causes great shame and humiliation for many sufferers, too often it is a silent complaint that is not “talked about,” either socially or during a visit to one’s healthcare provider. Continue reading…
Once you have been prescribed medication, your next step is to choose a pharmacy. But it is equally important to understand the medications you are taking. Stop to talk with your doctor or pharmacist about interactions, special instructions, administration techniques and the importance of timing your medications and taking them regularly. Continue reading…
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