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Hernias are a common medical condition characterized by the protrusion of an organ or tissue through a weakened muscle or connective tissue. This condition can cause discomfort, pain, and potentially life-threatening complications. Hernias can occur in various parts of the body, with the most prevalent types being inguinal (groin), umbilical …

(We Don’t Know, But We DO Know About Great Gifting) by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Have you ever wondered why Santa Claus always wears a hat? Maybe it’s not just about keeping warm. Maybe Santa’s hiding a secret. Perhaps he’s lost his hair and is embarrassed. Or maybe he’s …

How can you plan for the inheritance of a disabled child in order to preserve their ability to receive government benefits? Do you have a disabled child who will be inheriting from your estate? Does this disabled child receive government benefits? Many families are not aware that once a disabled …

Do you ever find yourself in what seems like a hopeless situation? Is your life so hectic that you wish for just a moment of peace? Do you wish you laughed more, stopped to smell the roses, and enjoyed life more easily? Are relationships in your life broken – do …

By Chris Rowe I sent a special briefing to our flagship Sector Focus members. In it, I give them everything they’ll need to know to stay well ahead of other investors at least for the first half of this year. And while I can’t reveal all of that here, I …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Each year, when November rolls around, we’re reminded by TV shows and movies, advertisements, and messages in our houses of worship and within our own families that there’s always something to be grateful for. As a physician, I feel a great deal of gratitude …

By Pastor Roger P. Felipe Weight-watchers. Nutrisystem. Mediterranean diet. Paleo. Living healthy has become a craze, although obesity inour country, rather legitimizes it. For many people it is about looking and feeling better, living longer, stronger and disease-free. These are all important reasons for eating clean, exercising, and learning to …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS It’s that time of the year when movie theaters teem with new heart-stopping horror tales like The Exorcist: Believer. The streaming services also make sure we have lots of thrillers to keep us awake at night, while we cower on our couches, wide-eyed and …

Read More: Each person’s “healthiest self” is different depending on their body, mind, living situation and people influencing their lives, and building a personal wellness toolkit can improve your overall well-being. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has created …

Liver cancer is the sixth most common cancer worldwide and the sixth leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., according to the National Cancer Institute. Primary liver cancer occurs most often in adults ages 60+. Childhood liver cancer is rare. Rates are highest in American Indian and Alaska Native …