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Nailing Toe Fungus

When toenails, or even fingernails, become thick, yellow or white, and crumbly, it's likely you have a nail fungus. Such a condition is not only unsightly, but, if left untreated, can spread to other nails or surrounding skin and can make it uncomfortable or even painful to wear shoes, walk, or stand for a long time. ( Read more about Nailing Toe Fungus)

Foot Tendon Treatment Brooklyn, New York

Dr. Steven Menna Dr. Steven Menna
Manhattan Footcare, P.C.
133 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Call: (888) 567-6446

If you are looking for a nonsurgical treatment option for an injured foot tendon, Dr. Steven Menna at Manhattan Footcare in Brooklyn, New York can help. Dr. Menna offers platelet-rich plasma therapy which is a newly emerging minimally invasive treatment for tendon tares and injuries.

Stress, Diabetes Linked in Obese Black Women

Obese black women may face a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes due to stress, a recent study suggested. Almost one-quarter of American black women have type 2 diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association.
   
“Much attention has been given to the role of obesity in the development of type 2 diabetes, but stress may be as important in this at-risk population,” study co-author Anastasia Georgiades, of Duke University in Durham, N.C., said in a news release.

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Doctor Fleisher, Arlen

Doctor Arlen Fleisher Doctor Arlen Fleisher
Premier Vein Centers of Westchester
280 N. Central Ave, ste 70
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: 914-949-8346

you have been looking for the right physician to safely administer Varicose Vein Treatment in Westchester, New York, look no further than the innovative medical facility of Dr. Fleisher. The Cardiac Surgery Group has innovative treatments to accompany years of experience in cardiovascular care. Give Dr. Fleisher, Arlen a call today to schedule an appointment.

Protein Boosts Sex Hormones, Suggesting Infertility Therapy

Giving a special hormone to infertile women can dramatically increase their production of sex hormones, which may lead to a new infertility treatment for women with low sex hormone levels, a recent study demonstrated.
    
The work, which was led by Waljit Dhillo of the Department of Investigative Medicine at Imperial College London, was presented at a meeting of the Society for Endocrinology BES.

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Spinal Stenosis San Fernando, California

Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, D.C. Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, D.C.
Valley Spinal Decompression Center
5363 Balboa Blvd. Suite 430
Encino, CA 91316
Call: (888) 870-2099

Are you in a world of pain as a result of Spinal Stenosis? The Valley Spinal Decompression Center located at the West Valley Medical Center near San Fernando, California is the place with a reputation for satisfying patients' individual needs while using the most state of the art non-surgical spinal decompression therapies. At Valley Spinal Decompression Center, you will be treated by a team of professionals, headed by Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, D.C.

High-Red-Meat Diet Raises Mortality Risk

Americans who consume large amounts of red and processed meats face a greater likelihood of death by cancer or heart disease, a recent study found.
   
The research was published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, and is the largest study of its kind, with over a half-million subjects.

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Cardiac Surgery New York City

 Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Milstein Hospital Building, 7-435, 177 Fort Washington Avenue
New York City, NY 10032
Call: 718-690-7415

The Division of Cardiac Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City, NY is one of the leading facilities for cardiac surgery in the world. They are at the forefront of innovation for minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and their research is changing the future of cardiac surgery. Their academic and surgical excellence is met by a real commitment to patient care for you and your family.

How Sleep Apnea Can Cause a Stroke

Obstructive sleep apnea decreases blood flow to the brain and causes changes in the brain that increase sufferers' risk of suffering from a stroke or dying in their sleep, according to a study published by The American Physiological Society. The decreased blood flow to the brain causes elevated blood pressure within the brain that eventually harms the brain's ability to modulate these changes and prevent damage to itself. ( Read more about How Sleep Apnea Can Cause a Stroke)

Cerebrovascular Surgery/ Endovascular Surgery Westchester, NY

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

If you're looking for a staff of professionals who are unquestionably skilled in the field of neurology, New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center are both exceptional facilities. At Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates in Westchester, NY, the neurosurgeons handle both cerebrovascular and endovascular surgery, using the utmost care and precision, ensuring that each procedure is safe, effective, and comfortable for their clients.

Expert Commentary: Steven Park, M.D. 3/9/2010

We know a lot about the molecular and biochemical processes that occur with Alzheimer's Disease. Autopsy studies show amyloid plaque deposition and neurofibrilary tangles. About 5% are hereditary, and the rest are spontaneous. There are different types of dementia, of which vascular dementia is the largest component. We also know that patients with atherosclerotic risk factors and history of stroke have the highest risk for AD. ( Read more about Expert Commentary: Steven Park, M.D. 3/9/2010)

Pediatric Neurosurgery Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Looking for a medical facility with a qualified staff of surgeons whom you can trust to provide quality pediatric care for your children? Then Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates in Westchester, New York is just the place to turn to. There, you will meet a team of qualified neurosurgeons who perform pediatric neurosurgery with the sensitivity and clinical expertise necessary to have your child feel at ease throughout the whole procedure.

New Bone-Marrow-Cell Therapy Aids Spine Repair

Injecting a patient’s own bone-marrow stem cells into the spine using multiple routes helps to restore some function and quality of life to victims of spinal cord injury with no objectionable side effects, a recent study revealed.
   
The findings, published in the journal Cell Transplantation, were the result of a joint investigation by researchers at DaVinci Biosciences of Costa Mesa, Calif., and Hospital Luis Vernaza in Ecuador.

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Eric Gordon, MD

 Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville, NY 10708
Call: (888) 729-2857

As we age, it's normal for joints to wear out. However, the pain that comes with joint problems is a serious problem that often affects our ability to independently care for ourselves by limiting mobility. Modern orthopedic medicine gives patients of all ages a chance to stay on their feet and retain their independence, and at the Joint Replacement Center at Lawrence Hospital Center, Eric Gordon, MD works hard to give patients that chance.

Nine Physical Symptoms of Depression to Watch For

Depression isn’t all “in the head.” There are a number of disturbing and quite physical symptoms – very depressing in their own right – that can be markers for the condition, especially if several of them occur together. They include:

Digestive problems. A person might experience a range of varied difficulties, from nausea to diarrhea to chronic constipation.

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Lower Back Pain Naples, Florida

Dr. Matt Bergtold Dr. Matt Bergtold
Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples, FL 34102
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Is Lower Back Pain becoming more than just a minor inconvenience? Is it so painful at times that you find yourself unable to live the active life that you deserve? Specializing in Auto, Work and Sports Injuries, Dr. Matthew R. Bergtold at the Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center has the chiropractic expertise that can alleviate your individual lower back care needs. Located in Naples, Florida, Dr. Bergtold and his entire staff work as a team in order to treat your Lower Back Pain effectively.

High Fructose Corn Syrup Is An Ingredient for Hypertension

Individuals who consume a diet high in corn syrup increase their risk of developing high blood pressure, according to findings published in a paper presented at the American Society of Nephrology's Annual Meeting. The findings suggest that cutting back on processed foods and beverages that contain high fructose corn syrup may help prevent the onset of hypertension.
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Cardiac Surgery Bronx, NY

 Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
CUMC Aortic Surgery Program
Milstein Hospital Building, 7-435, 177 Fort Washington Avenue
New York City, NY 10032
Call: 718-509-9178

Has a sudden aortic aneurism afflicted the lives of you and the ones you love? There's nothing easy or simple about heart surgery. Much of the time finding the best treatment can be just as hard to deal with as the condition because many of the treatment options carry restrictions on life after surgery. For the past ten years, Dr. Allan Stewart MD researched and solved a wide range of aortic conditions using the latest minimally-invasive techniques. The Cardiac Division of the Columbia University Medical Center performs over 1600 open-heart procedures, and extends their world-class care to the Bronx, NY community.

Antioxidants May Help Prevent Influenza Damage to Lungs

As the U.S is coping with the widespread activity of the H1N1 influenza virus, a team of Alabama researchers may have found what could be an answer for all strains of the flu. They've shown that antioxidants - the same compounds found in plant-based foods - might hold the key in preventing the flu virus from causing damage to our lungs. The study was published in the FASEB journal.
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Oncology/Oncologist Westchester NY 10532

Dr. Tauseef Ahmed, M.D. Dr. Tauseef Ahmed, M.D.
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 850-9152

Dr. Ahmed is a Professor of Medicine, Chief of Oncology / Hematology and Neoplastic Diseases at the New York Medical College. He is also the Medical Director of the Zalmen A. Arlin Cancer Institute at Westchester Medical Center.

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