Sleep Hygiene
More than half of men and women over the age of 65 complain of a sleep problem. Many middle-aged and older people sleep less, wake up multiple times a night,.............. [MORE]
Blood Clots
Although a blood clot is not technically an orthopaedic problem, it is something that is diagnosed fairly frequently by orthopaedic surgeons. A blood clot (technically known as a deep venous.............. [MORE]
February Is
American heart Month
Heart disease is still the #1 cause of death in the U.S., but there are things you can do to prevent it and here are some tips to keep you heart healthy!.............. [MORE]
4 Weeks To Greater Happiness
This year you’ve resolved to lose weight, be organized, stop swearing, etc. But why not try something fresh this year? Something original?.............. [MORE]
When Medicines
Make You ill
Most middle aged and older men and women take more than one medication on a regular basis. Unfortunately, these medications can interact with each other and produce.............. [MORE]
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
The most common cause of poisoning could be lurking at a tailgate party near you. On game days, tailgating regulations vary from sport to sport and stadium.............. [MORE]
An Aspirin A Day May Not Keep The Doctor Away
Millions of Americans take an aspirin a day with the intention of being healthy and decreasing the risk of heart disease, strokes and various cancers.............. [MORE]
The Sadness Of the Season
The holidays are just around the corner and while many people are preparing to celebrate the season, some are facing days filled with stress and the blues.............. [MORE]
Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes: Are You At Risk?
The number of Americans with type 2 diabetes is increasing dramatically. According to 2010 U.S. statistics, there are about 25.8 million people (8.3% of the population)............. [MORE]
Beating the Blues
and the Blahs
Everyone, from time to time, feels run down and worn out and not able to do even a minimal task or job. For most who experience occasional lethargy, the ............. [MORE]
Lung Cancer Screening:
Does It Work?
Mammograms, colonoscopies, prostate exams, and pap smears are not very popular exams to undergo in a doctor’s office. Nonetheless, these are.............. [MORE]
When Sex Is No Fun
For the most part, sexual intimacy is one of man’s…and woman’s…greatest
pleasures. However, there are some risks of which each sexually active
person needs to be aware. ............. [MORE]
Sorting Through
Surgical Options
Open abdominal surgery or laparoscopic surgery have typically been the ways doctors have successfully treated gynecologic, urologic, and ............. [MORE]
Sexual Intimacy In
Middle-Aged Women
You are a middle-aged woman and you note that your sex drive has gone into the tank, you no longer have menstrual periods, you experience hot flashes, are a tad ............. [MORE]
Hot vs. Cold Therapy
Many different treatments for musculoskeletal injuries exist. One of the most basic treatments involves the application of heat or cold to the affected area. ............. [MORE]
Summer Safety Tips
Summers are some of the most magical parts of childhood. Freedom from school and homework, long days, and less adult supervision means a lot of fun for kids. ............. [MORE]
SEXUAL INTIMACY IN MIDDLE-AGED MEN
From the beginning of time, it was recognized that as men age, they
develop a paunch, their hair thins and falls out, and they lose their
erections,............ [MORE]
The Dark Side of
Getting a Tan
Spring is here and summertime is just around the corner. With the warmer weather, many people will find themselves spending more and more
time outdoors soaking............. [MORE]
Coping With Constipation
Few people like or are comfortable with talking about their problems with urination or with bowel movements. However, when these functions go awry, all sorts of havoc takes place............ [MORE]
Braving Boot Camps
Boot camps are usually associated with basic training for the military. Now, there is a new meaning: it’s also a trendy fitness program for everyday people............ [MORE]
When Things Are
Coming Out “Down There”
Pelvic organ prolapse is a common disorder that affects more than
30 million American women. Unfortunately, only 15% of women
who have prolapse........... [MORE]
Grandparenting
Is Still Grand
Chances are you’ve heard the phrase: “It’s so wonderful to be a grandparent, it’s grand!” It certainly can be wonderful & grand for both grandparents and........... [MORE]
How To Get A
Good Night Of Z's
More than half of men and women over the age of 65 complain of a sleep problem. Many middle-aged and older people sleep less, wake up multiple times a night, and end.......... [MORE]
Check Your Insides Out For Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer—cancer of the colon or rectum—is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States (after lung cancer), according to the.......... [MORE]
An Apple A Day May Keep The Doctor Away....
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin malignancy in men and is responsible for more deaths than any other cancer, except for lung cancer. However, microscopic .......... [MORE]
Staying Healthy While
You Garden
Gardening is a popular outdoor leisure activity, so it’s important to keep it
simple and stay healthy while doing it. While spring can be hot in Louisiana,
the constant heat of .......... [MORE]
Set Goals, Reap Benefits In The New Year
As one year comes to a close and a new one nears, people’s thoughts often turn to what the next 365 days may bring. Reflection on the past 12 months may bring .......... [MORE]
Give The Gift Of Yourself
Help someone and chances are you will put a smile on their face AND yours. The holiday season provides individuals, families and communities many chances for volunteer service as well.......... [MORE]
Anti-Depressants and Love
B.B. had a history of depression, which had been controlled with Prozac. She noted a waning of her libido, a.k.a. her sexual desire. She consulted with her doctor who prescribed the Prozac.......... [MORE]
Heart Smart
On Saturday, November 20th, friends and family will gather in Audubon Park to participate in the 2010 New Orleans
Start! Heart Walk to benefit the American Heart Association......[MORE]
Managing Your Medicines
Did you know that 40% of patients don’t take their medications as prescribed and this often results in a hospital admission or a complication? Often, this is a result of forgetting to take medications or .......... [MORE]
Laser Therapy For The Prostate Gland
The prostate gland is a walnut-sized organ below the bladder, which
surrounds the urethra. For reasons not completely understood, the prostate gland begins......... [MORE]
Improvements To Breast Cancer Tests
Thanks to advancements in personalized medicine, breast cancer no longer needs to be managed as a “one-size-fits-all” disease. It is now
considered a treatable........ [MORE]
Pink It Up
Women and fans of women everywhere dream up all sorts of uses
for the color pink, especially during
the month of October. For many
years, pink has been associated with
breast cancer ........ [MORE]
Type 2 Diabetes Can Be Beat
Type 2 diabetes impacts the
lives of millions of Americans, but
many others are unaware of their
risk of developing this. ........ [MORE]
Keep it simple and fun
Exercising is always easier in theory than in practice. There are so many reasons not to do it. You’re tired, it’s too hot, you have errands to run or places to go. ........ [MORE]
Health impact of the exposure to leaking oil
Residents of the Gulf Coast region are rightfully concerned about the impact of the recent oil spill on the economy and the marine life but little attention ........ [MORE]
Living with Prostate Gland Enlargement
Prostate enlargement, a.k.a. benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), is a common, non-cancerous condition affecting nearly 14 million men overthe age of 50. ........ [MORE]
A Healthy Fun VacationExploring vacation possibilities in the near future? Vacation time is usually designed for relaxing and sightseeing and that is a good thing.........
[MORE]
REFLUX, GERD:no matter what you call it
Patients call chronic acid reflux
by many names, from the oldfashioned
“heartburn” to the more clinical term gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD)........ [MORE]
Low Sexual DesireHas your desire for sex and sexual intimacy gone into the tank? Are
you having fewer thoughts about engaging in sexual intimacy with your
partner? If so, you may be suffering from hypoactive sexual ........ [MORE]
GPS - Style GuidanceAccording to the American Cancer Society (ACS), there were 219,440 new cases of lung cancer in the United States in 2009. 159,390 (27.4%) of those new cases died. ........ [MORE]
Plan of AttackIf you are one of the millions of busy women out there, then you know
how difficult it is to stick to a healthy eating plan. Lack of time is a major
reason why many people give up on healthy eating. ........ [MORE]
A Kegel a day keeps theMary Ann is a 45-year-old woman who loses urine (incontinence) when she coughs and sneezes. She is provided with exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles of her bladder. ........ [MORE]
Minimally Invasive EDFor many men who suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence, the new minimally invasive therapy may be just what the doctor ordered. Men with ED are traditionally treated with
oral medications such as ........ [MORE]
Credible WebsitesToday, more and more patients are turning to the Internet for health related information. The second most commonly searched sites are related to healthcare (you can guess what is number one!)........ [MORE]
When Minutes CountIn February, people’s thoughts often turn to love. Seemingly, the public is assaulted on all fronts by Valentine cards, chocolate kisses, floral
bouquets and tiny candy message hearts appearing....... [MORE]
Heart-Safe ExercisesIn the last decade, a new era has emerged in the treatment of coronary artery disease with the development of coronary revascularization, including percutaneous coronary intervention and coronary artery ........ [MORE]
Technology and Safety inEven though medical technology is more advanced than it has been at any point in history, the medical industry is constantly striving to improve patients’ safety through new technologies....... [MORE]
SEX before Athletic Events
The topic of sex before athletic events is one filled with myth and misinformation. Plato wrote in 444 B.C. that Olympic competitors should avoid sexual intimacy before races...... [MORE]
Thanks For the Memories
October heralds the beginning of the holiday season. It is a special time laced with nostalgia and joy, a time to reconnect with family members not frequently seen. But for the family and caregivers of someone with...... [MORE]
Sexuality In Later Life
Just because a person is aged or confined to bed does not mean that they do not wish to be sexual. This is often as minimal as handholding, but the desire for intimacy is still ever-present. Supreme Court Justice..... [MORE]
The True Cost of Sexy Heels
It doesn’t take a doctor or a scientist to figure out that high heels aren’t the most comfortable shoes on the planet, but many women don’t realize how much of their foot, leg, and back ..... [MORE]
Is Your Child Buying Prescription Drugs Online?
Sixth-graders are ordering prescription medications over the Internet -- illegally. And their parents haven’t a clue. That’s one of the shocking facts in “You’ve Got Drugs!”..... [MORE]
FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia (FMA) is a disease characterized by extreme fatigue and widespread pain in the tendons and muscles. Those who suffer from FMA tend to feel total body stiffness and pain...... [MORE]
Menopause and HRT
Years ago, a postmenopausal woman visited her doctor, listed her complaints and received her Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to alleviate her symptoms, ..... [MORE]
The Stress of Infertility
“When are you thinking of having children?” This is a question commonly asked of young married couples; however, it is a dreaded question for many Over one in ten people of......... [MORE]
Keeping Cool
The Louisiana summer season is filled with long-anticipated sunny days
overflowing with outdoor activities and great adventures just waiting to happen. Besides amusement and....... [MORE]
Waist Circumfrence
Numbers play signifi cant roles in everyday living. Their importance is established at birth when the nurse measures the length and weight of the newborn and continues.......
[MORE]
Cooling Inflammation
Currently, many people are experiencing stress on a daily basis due to these times of economic
uncertainty. One very undesirable side effect of chronic stress is...... [MORE]
Treating Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a medical condition that is characterized by stiffness,
pain, and fatigue. The name fibromyalgia comes from “fibro” meaning fibrous tissues, "myo"..... [MORE]
Stopping Stress
Is stress sabotaging your fitness? In today’s world, stress on a daily basis is unavoidable. That is why it is critical to control stress levels as much as possible and your diet..... [MORE]
Addressing Wellness
Even though people like to
think of marriages as “happily
ever after,” marriages often end in
divorce. One of the leading causes
of divorce is infidelity. According..... [MORE]
Brain Attacks
More often than not, people tend to wait at least a day or two before seeing a doctor. If they have a fever, they wait a little to see if it gets better, then they see the doctor.... [MORE]
Caught in the Middle
While divorces are undeniably painful for adults, they are even more painful for children. After all, adults understand that in the real world, things don’t always work out as.... [MORE]
Holiday Blues
Through all forms of media,
whether it be the songs on the
radio (“It’s the Most Wonderful
Time of the Year,” “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas,” etc.) or the.... [MORE]
put the Y-O-U i n G-O-A-L
THE PRESSURE. It’s the New Year. You know everyone is going to ask what your New Year’s Resolution is and you know what you want it to be: Get healthier. Lose weight.... [MORE]
Unhappy Endings
When movies end with a marriage, the implication is always that the husband and wife will live happily ever after. In real life, people enter marriages with similar hopes, i.e..... [MORE]
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