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By Parveen Vahora, M.D. September marks Menopause Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking the silence surrounding this natural life transition that affects millions of women worldwide. As we observe this important month, it’s crucial to understand that menopause and perimenopause don’t have to be endured in silence or discomfort. …

ACBC (complete blood count) is a common blood test that measures and evaluates the different types of cells in the blood. While it is often part of a routine health checkup, it is also one of the first tests commonly used to detect signs of many types of blood cancer. …

by ArchWell Health ArchWell Health, a national healthcare company providing and advanced model of primary care for adults 60+, kicked off its third annual “Pink Letter Project” in July. Dedicated to ArchWell Health members, and specifically to the more than 60 million 60+ aged women in the U.S., this critical …

So you’re ready to look into independent living communities. Great. Now what? You may know the retirement lifestyle you want, but do you know what independent living amenities you should look for? Don’t worry. You’re in good company, and the following tips may help you find the perfect independent living community. …

My dad is my hero. Actually, he is a hero to all Americans, one of the millions of veterans in the United States. A decorated former Army Sergeant who valiantly served in the Vietnam War. He was strong in both body and mind. However, as he got older, we noticed …

When Kathe D’Alfonso faced melanoma, the Penfield resident knew her daily routine had to change. Suddenly, applying sun-screen to every inch of her body became not just important—it became life-saving. But like most people, she discovered a frustrating reality: reaching the middle of her back was nearly impossible. Rather than …

Saving Your Brain is a state-of-the-art facility that offers non-drug programs that offer viable solutions for almost any neurodevelopmental, behavioral, academic, psychological, or mental health issue. Currently we are seeing people from age 2 to age 88 and every age group in between. Some of our younger school age children …

By DR. ROBERT LUPO, D.C. Emsella for Men The pelvic floor muscles form the lower part of the pelvis and support the pelvic organs, including the bladder, rectum, and prostate. When pelvic floor weakness occurs, it may lead to erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. Men can suffer from incontinence associated …

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, aphasia and many more complications. When oxygen and blood can’t reach the brain, the brain cells begin to die very rapidly. Oxygen is …

By Pastor Timothy L. Neptune Hope is confidence in God…not wishful thinking. To have hope is to trust in God to meet our needs…even in the midst of difficult times. When we do go through tough times our confidence in God can get a little rattled, as the Old Testament …