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By Dr. Thomas Harter Many grandparents are in the best position to step in and step up during Children’s National Dentistry Month to make a difference in their grandchildren’s health. We all want our children to thrive in all aspects of life. Strong healthy well-balanced children are the world’s future. …

By Select Laboratory Partners ANTIBODIES AND VACCINES Infection with SARS-CoV-2 causes the body to produce two different kinds of antibodies: binding antibodies and neutralizing antibodies. The most commonly measured binding antibodies are IgM and IgG. Neutralizing antibodies have been shown to prevent the coronavirus from infecting our cells. COVID-19 vaccines, …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Even when the anticipated death of a loved one occurs, it is never easy. It is normal human nature to experience an array of unexpected emotions from sadness to anger and even debilitating grief, sometimes affecting our mental health and ability to function in …

Uzoma Nwaubani, MD, FACOG, FFPMRS If you’re stressing about the amount of weight you’ve gained over the past few months, you’re not alone! Many people have been cooking, baking, drinking, and lounging around a lot more than usual. You can blame it on your Netflix binging, being confined, seeing too …

Checking your blood pressure regularly is one of the most important screenings you can get because high blood pressure usually has no symptoms. People with high blood pressure may have a higher risk for heart disease and stroke. That’s why it’s a good idea to see your doctor at least …

By Sheryl Hensel My first thought is……I don’t want to manage any kind of pain, I want to heal it. The National Academy of Science estimated the cost of pain was $560 billion to $635 billion per year back in 2012 which includes direct and indirect costs. Examples such as: …

Dr. Brent Carter Diabetes is a progressive disease and complicated condition to gain control of, but one of the most painful parts of this disease is the development of diabetic wounds. Often these wounds become “non-healing” due to the adverse effects of the systemic disorder. Millions of people with diabetes …

With SB 962 and HB 595 having been filed back in early November, this bill could change the outlook for those afraid to make the jump towards becoming a licensed medical marijuana patient by further protecting them from being discriminated against by their employers. Unfortunately, this issue has become all …

Ireally like the word “moving” rather than exercise (a 4 letter word in the minds of many – including me). Now more than ever before (due to COVID restrictions) you have to move and be active even it is just around your home or neighborhood. Sitting around watching depressing news …

Getting people moving and keeping them active is the key to health care. But there are so many illnesses and injuries that can prevent people from being active; from simple sprains and strains of ligaments and muscles, to arthritis and back pain, and to medical problems such as neurologic conditions, heart, …