October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a very personal issue with me because I am a 7-year survivor of breast cancer. October is also the month of my cancer diagnosis.  Every anniversary of my diagnosis is a reason to celebrate. Each year that I am able to …

Like many Americans, you pro-bably spend a lot of time sitting. Even if you balance out your time in the chair with trips to the gym, research shows that too much sitting can up your risk of breast and colon cancers. Luckily, it’s easy to counteract the adverse effects of …

Anyone involved in an auto accident or traumatic injury can be subject to brain injury. These include closed head trauma, concussions, amnesia, to learning issues or memory recall injuries, which can be short or long term. If you or someone you know has had any trauma to the head, it’s …

By Bo Martinsen, MD According to the National Center for Health Statistics, fish oil is now the most commonly used non-vitamin, non-mineral supplement in the USA. But just as omega-3 fish oil has grown in popularity, so has the misinformation and confusion surrounding this powerful nutrient. Let’s clear up some common …

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With Halloween approaching, you’re kiddos, grandchildren and let’s be honest, parents too, are about to go hog-wild on some sugary treats this month. If you’re not careful about brushing all of that sticky sugar off, you might end up looking like a Jack O’ Lantern. Probably not, but you will be …

#1  WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE & HOW DOES IT WORK? There are two different forms of medical treatment through cannabis.  The first is the natural marijuana plant that contains both CBD and THC, and the second is the altered version of the plant that has been through a hybrid process to …

Hospice care is for those with a life-limiting illness. To be eligible for hospice care, a patient must have a prognosis of six months or less to live from a physician. Studies have shown that when a patient is referred and admitted to a hospice program at the early stage …

The good news is, that there are reliable ways to stay healthy and live your life with the quality and wellness that you long for. This steadfast advice begins with routine care. Primary care is essential. The first step is to practice prevention. The age-old saying is “An ounce of …

Regardless of age, race, or family history, all women – and about 1% of men – have some level of risk for breast cancer. Primary risk factors include age and gender, along with a number of other factors, such as obesity and alcohol use, which can be moderated through healthy …