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Each year, about 70,000 patients are diagnosed with hydrocephalus, commonly known as “water on the brain.” It can be a congenital condition, that is, one can be born with it, but in adults hydrocephalus is usually the result of injury or trauma to the brain, such as with a concussion or …

By Dr. Dean Lombardo – LIVE LEAN! Let’s face it—chronic low-grade dehydration is a big problem in the United States. It is especially a problem when patients are trying to lose weight. You may not be aware, but studies show that, at any given time, between 20 to 35% of …

Have you ever taken a moment to observe a child playing? With an empty box, or a metal pot, or some water and dirt they can create an adventure. They are naturally joyous. As we grow up, the cost of our happiness increases. We may route our happiness through earning …

It’s a subject that most women find embarrassing. Urinary incontinence. No one is talking about it, so they think they’re alone. That their situation is unique. But if you were the only one suffering – why would there be so many TV commercials for products like Depends and Poise pads? More …

By BO MARTINSEN, MD Fish oil is now the most commonly used non-vitamin, non-mineral supplement in the USA, according to the National Center for Health Sta-tistics. But as omega-3 has grown in popularity, so has the misinformation and confusion about this powerful nutrient. Let’s clear up some of the most …

By Jodi Thomas Have you ever felt rejected? Or uninvited? Or not included? It’s a feeling most of us are familiar with. That awful feeling of finding out there was a function where everyone was invited, except you. Whether it’s a group of 3, 13, or 30, it always stings. …

A cancer diagnosis changes everything; it is, perhaps, the most feared diagnosis a doctor can make Any patient in that situation wants to be assured they have access to the most advanced treatments, delivered by a physician who is both experienced and compassionate. And it helps tremendously if treatment can …

By Anthony V. DeIorio Jr., MD, FACS In discussing colon health, there are two key factors to consider. First, to achieve a healthy colon, one must regulate diet and supplements to normalize bowel movements. Crucial to that is the incorporation of fiber within the diet either through the foods eaten …

Meir Daller, M.D. If you are a man approaching middle age, make it a priority to get to know, love, and care for your prostate. Ignore this little organ at your peril! Roughly half the male population of North America and Western Europe will have enlarged prostates by their mid-50s. …

These days, most of us are deeply aware of the importance of staving off cancer to the best of our ability, but how are we really doing in that department? Cancer Prevention Quiz 1. Would you say that your diet is mostly fruits and vegetables, or made up of processed …