Nearly half of all women in the U.S. between the ages of 40 and 74 have dense breasts. But what exactly is breast density? How do you know if you have dense breasts? How does breast density affect your breast cancer risk and the type of screening you should get? We’ll help answer some of […]
You’ve heard about all the ways weight loss surgery can help people achieve major weight loss. You’ve heard that weight loss surgery can even lead to the resolution of some associated medical conditions such as infertility, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, joint pain, gallbladder disease, and cardiovascular risks. You’re ready to change your life. Now, […]
When you hit or jostle your head hard enough to cause the brain to bang into the skull, you’re left with a brain injury called a concussion. It is a type of traumatic brain injury. Concussions may be caused by falls (especially for toddlers and the elderly), contact sports, car crashes, pedestrian or bicycle accidents, […]
A healthy person with no history of heart problems or coronary artery disease may be surprised to learn that they have high cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is a fatty and waxy substance that can build up within your blood vessels. It is this accumulation of LDL or “bad” cholesterol, that can lead to chest pain, heart […]
You’ve made a decision that will change your life. You have been approved for bariatric surgery, talked to your insurance company, and scheduled your procedure. You know you’ll need to spend the night in the hospital after your procedure. So, what do you need to bring? Keep reading to discover the seven things you must […]
