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The Hepatitis B virus can lead to acute or chronic liver disease and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it causes approximately 2,000 deaths each year. The Hepatitis B infection can be temporary, resulting in short-term symptoms such as jaundice, fever, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and pain,…

Medicare Part A is often referred to as Hospital Insurance and covers a range of inpatient medical care in acute care hospitals, critical access hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and long-term care hospitals. Any Medicare recipient will be eligible for these Part A benefits under the following conditions: Your doctor has written…

Obesity is a serious health concern. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 90 million adults in the United States are considered obese with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. With forty percent of those affected 60 years of age or older, seniors are…

Even a minor fall can lead to serious health consequences, especially for seniors. Simply tripping on a step, losing your balance, or slipping in the tub can cause injuries that can change your life. Falls can cause broken bones, fractures, and even traumatic brain injury. According to the Centers for…

An enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), can cause irritating and painful symptoms in men over the age of 40. It can result in lower urinary tract issues, including: Urgency to urinate Frequent urination Blood in the urine Weak stream Straining Incomplete bladder emptying An enlarged prostate can affect…

Approximately 4 million people have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, a medical condition that causes widespread musculoskeletal pain throughout the body, along with severe fatigue, anxiety, depression, headaches. It causes pain in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Although fibromyalgia can affect anyone, you may be at a higher risk due to:…

Staying physically active and strong can be a game changer as we age. The American Heart Association reports that just thirty minutes a day, five days a week of moderate exercise can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Working out regularly can build muscle strength, improve flexibility,…

Electrolysis is a popular hair removal procedure that uses direct electric current to destroy the growth center of the hair. As the only approved method of permanent hair removal by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), electrolysis can be very effective for a wide range of hair and…

As the largest joint in the body, the knee supports the body’s weight, enables movement, and provides stability and flexibility. Because it plays such an important role, the knee can be vulnerable to injury and inflammation. Knee problems can be caused by overuse, an athletic injury, arthritis, gout, or infection….