Plumbing the depths of the brain: How a neurosurgeon approaches...
Neurosurgeon Christopher Young, M.D., Ph.D., has always been interested in exploring new frontiers in medicine. With dreams of...
6 ways to cope with scanxiety
If medical tests like scans, biopsies or bloodwork cause you anxiety, you’re not alone. It’s common to...
Do weighted vests benefit your fitness routine?
You may have seen people walking around your neighborhood or in the gym wearing a weighted vest. It can add more resistance to...
Seeds: The ‘unsung hero’ of plant-based nutrition
What do you get when you combine healthy fats with fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals? If you said, “nuts,” you wouldn’t be...
What is a vulvectomy? Purpose, procedure and recovery
The vulva is part of the female genitalia and sits at the opening of the vagina. Sometimes benign or cancerous growths can develop on...
Prostate cancer survivor thankful for second opinion at MD...
Bill Kish’s prostate cancer diagnosis came after his doctor felt something unusual during his annual physical. Blood work showed his...
Neoplasms 101: What they are and how they’re treated
You’ve probably seen or heard the word neoplasm. But you may not quite be sure what it is.
A neoplasm is defined as an abnormal...
Manual lymph drainage: What to know about exercises for...
Lymphedema is the build-up of a protein-rich fluid in your arms or legs due to a disturbance in your lymphatic system.
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10 cancer symptoms women shouldn't ignore
If you’re a relatively healthy young woman, cancer may not even be on your radar yet. But it should be, regardless of your age or...
What is a Living Will?
A Living Will is a legal document that allows you to specify which types of medical care you’d like, if a situation ever arises in...