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Lasers have been used for many years to treat scars, wrinkles, age spots, sun damage, acne, etc. Although many laser treatments can produce favorable results, there is always a risk of scarring and the downtown while healing can be significant. The cost of some laser treatments can be thousands of …

We talk to Dr. Carlos Romero and Tasha Saca to learn how Reliance Medical Centers gets involved and how their collaborations benefit both their patients as well as the community. Q: “When did Reliance Medical Centers get involved with the community?” A: “Reliance Medical Centers has always prioritized getting involved …

Getting the most from your health plan is important to many seniors, but it is not always easy to navigate your way through all of the benefit plans and options. Your plan choices may vary depending on the county in which you live, the medical conditions you have, and your …

Injectables are not just for your face feet Are you struggling with foot pain? Wearing fashionable but painful shoes has to be one of the most difficult choices to make in the morning. Many women believe their stilettos and pumps are responsible for causing deformities like hammertoes and bunions. Not …

Why this easy, inexpensive project can add serious home safety One Day Bath’s TubcuT® adds convenience and protection for all ages When was the last time you faced the need for a home project that you knew would absolutely solve your problem and also go easy on your wallet? For …

How to Recognize and Identify the Signs of a Stroke Knowing the signs and symptoms of an impending stroke can save lives. Every year in the United States nearly 800,000 people will suffer from a stroke. If it’s not caught early enough, it can lead to death, paralysis, cognitive impairment, …

Are you tired of people asking you if you’re mad? Does your makeup settle into the lines across your forehead? Do you feel like your crow’s feet look more like pterodactyl feet? There is an easy solution for all of these problems…. it’s called Dysport and you are about to …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Treatment Options Hair loss science is progressing very rapidly and there have been several recent medical advancements that are improving the quality of hair restoration as well as helping patients assess in advance how at risk they might be. A few of the exciting …

Among the symptom (presentation) pain is the first and foremost and back pain tops the list. A 2017 survey found that 54 percent of U.S. adults had back or neck pain for 5 years or longer and 58 percent of adults with back pain sought medical care for their pain …

(Part II) In our first Alopecia article (July’s edition), we covered the basic definition of Alopecia and some important elements such as types, treatments and prognosis. In brief, Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss that might be related to natural causes or to a medical disorder. There are …