BRCA1/2 Mutation and FMR1 Gene Study Has Potential Implications for Cancer Screening and Treatment
September 12, 2012 (New York, NY) –BRCA1/2 gene mutations, widely associated with breast and ovarian cancer risks in women, are, in principle, lethal to human embryos, according to new research conducted by three teams of researchers from the Center for … Continue reading
New Dermatology Research Shows Real Risks of Tanning Beds
Most dermatologist Westchester practices agree that artificial tanning in UV beds is dangerous – but research is showing that it may be more dangerous than they thought. The UV rays from the sun that are known for causing skin cancer … Continue reading
Heart Disease and Cancer Remain – By Far – the Leading Causes of Death
According to recent CDC reports on the top ten leading causes of death, heart disease and cancer still take first and second place as the number-one killers in the United States. Preliminary findings report that in 2009, heart disease and … Continue reading
Connecticut Dermatologists’ Skin Cancer and Sunscreen Advice
Connecticut dermatologists Drs. Dale and Michelle Abadir have yet to weigh in on the SPF controversy, but they recommend wearing sunscreen every day and reapplying as often as necessary to avoid being burned. Though sunscreens are available in the United … Continue reading
Carotid Artery Stenosis Treatment Options: Advantages and Disadvantages
Carotid artery stenosis – the narrowing and hardening of the carotid arteries located on either side of the neck – is a leading cause of stroke in the United States. Though the condition normally presents at first with transient ischemic … Continue reading
Chronic Vein Disease: Varicose Veins and Your Health
While varicose veins and spider veins usually pose no more than a cosmetic problem, they are sometimes the first symptom of a more serious condition called chronic vein disease. This is a condition characterized by a weakening of the walls … Continue reading
Five Diet Tips for Heart Health, Osteoporosis and Pain Management
Research shows a strong correlation between heart failure and osteoporosis in older adults, and chronic pain from arthritis and joint problems are also common later in life. While there are some very minor differences in dietary recommendations, a nutrition and … Continue reading
What is Interventional Cardiology?
Interventional cardiology is the branch of cardiology that involves catheter-based treatments. Some treatment techniques employed by interventional cardiology include: Carotid Stents. Carotid stents are tiny tubes placed in the carotid arteries of the neck if they become blocked by plaque … Continue reading
Understanding Blood Pressue: Cardiovascular Doctors Offer a Clear Explanation
It’s widely known that high blood pressure is one of the leading risk factors for developing heart disease, but many Americans don’t understand what a healthy blood pressure is (or how to interpret their own reading). As cardiovascular doctors Panama … Continue reading
Three New Orthopedic Technologies That Are Changing Healthcare
Modern medical technology is seeing a constant influx of new machines, new treatments, and even new office systems that are improving care and giving patients a better healthcare experience. Orthopedics in particular have seen a number of new treatments in … Continue reading
Dallas Pain Management and Injury Center Accuhealth Launches New Website
January 5, 2011 (Dallas, TX) – Dallas pain management and injury center Accuhealth Pain & Injury is announcing the launch of their new website, http://www.accuhealth.net. Accuhealth specializes in treating a wide range of conditions related to both acute and chronic … Continue reading
Are Varicose Veins and Spider Veins Painful?
Varicose veins and spider veins usually pose more of a cosmetic problem than a medical one. These veins, which form as a result of blood backing up in the veins of the legs, can sometimes cause mild pain and discomfort. … Continue reading
Three Manual Physical Therapy Techniques for Long-Term Healing
Manual physical therapy involves moving the patient’s body in specific ways that target certain areas and promote healing. Continue reading
Three Modern Devices That Can Cause Pain
Technology has its negatives as well as its positives. As many chiropractor Ocean County clinics report, many technologically advanced devices are causing us chronic pain and increasing our need for chiropractic care. These three devices can cause problems ranging from … Continue reading
Treating Spider Veins on the Face
The thighs aren’t the only place that spider veins can crop up. Spider veins on the face, also known as telangiectasia, can form on the nose, cheeks or chin. While they don’t pose a medical problem, many find them unattractive … Continue reading
New Aventura Varicose Veins Treatment Offers Results Within 60 Minutes
November 3, 2011 (Aventura, FL) – In the time it takes to enjoy a business lunch, men and women can now eliminate varicose veins with the new Lunchtime Leg Lift. Performed by Dr Adam Gropper MD at North Beach Vascular … Continue reading
IVF Success Rates Not Improved by Preimplantation Genetic Screening, According to CHR Research
November 19, 2012 (New York, NY) – There is no evidence that recent technical improvements in preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) improve IVF pregnancy chances, according to a paper just published online in the Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics1. The … Continue reading
Research from CHR Offers Hope for Women with Treatment-Resistant Thin Endometrium
November 15, 2012 (New York, NY) – Direct perfusion of the endometrial cavity with granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) improves the thickness of the endometrial lining in IVF patients with too thin endometrium even after treatments, according to a new study … Continue reading
FMR1 Gene May Control Women’s Fertility Life Cycle, According to Research
October 23, 2012 (New York, NY) – A new study presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) in San Diego, CA, offers further evidence that the fragile X mental retardation 1 gene (FMR1 gene) … Continue reading
BRCA1/2 Mutation and FMR1 Gene Study Has Potential Implications for Cancer Screening and Treatment
September 12, 2012 (New York, NY) –BRCA1/2 gene mutations, widely associated with breast and ovarian cancer risks in women, are, in principle, lethal to human embryos, according to new research conducted by three teams of researchers from the Center for … Continue reading
Embryo Transfer May Be More Successful Frozen than Fresh, Study Shows
An Irish study recently published in the infertility journal Fertility Sterility reports that embryo transfer procedures may be more successful when frozen embryos are used rather than fresh. The surprising research compared a number of aspects of a healthy embryo … Continue reading
Mediterranean Diet Helps Heart Health – Even if You’re Not Losing Weight
A new study presented at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association this week suggests that the Mediterranean diet can help improve heart health even if the patient isn’t losing weight or following a medical weight loss program Houston. … Continue reading
Weight and Age Discrimination at Work Are On the Rise
America’s obsession with youth and beauty may be more than skin-deep. With obesity rates rising and workers waiting longer to retire, more and more Americans are experiencing weight- and age-based discrimination at work. Whether they’re interviewing or meeting customers or … Continue reading
How to Calculate Your BMI
BMI, or body mass index, is a way of measuring your height against your weight to determine if you’re at a healthy weight. Most doctors, including medical clinic Houston IMC, prefer to use BMI over height-weight charts, and it’s a … Continue reading
Pain While Exercising: Is My Pain Normal?
Most of us who exercise are no strangers to the burning sensation during intense workouts and muscle soreness afterward. But what causes this pain – and how can you know if your pain is a sign that it’s time to … Continue reading
How Losing Weight Can Help With Pain Relief
If you’re a victim of chronic pain, the answer may not be in a prescription bottle – it could be in your diet. In patients with arthritis or back pain, being overweight can often contribute to chronic pain. Excess fat … Continue reading