Heart disease has long been viewed as a male issue, but in reality, it is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Despite increases in awareness over the past
Alzheimer’s researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have released a new study showing promise in a blood test’s ability to detect the disease earlier than traditional methods. The study of 150 adults was published
Randy Pierce thought he was in good health. Not only did he work out three times a week, but he also ran the stairs at the local high school football stadium regularly. So he was surprised
A sore knee, hip pain, a stiff shoulder. Are they to be expected as we get older? As we age, nagging joint pain becomes more common, and arthritis is to blame for most of those
No one is immune to a good myth, especially when it’s regarding our health and well-being, and with the advent of the internet, it’s even easier to succumb to the newest health myth and the
Texas Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center have teamed up to create the premier medical destination in the heart of the North Texas region’s premier lifestyle destination: Frisco. If you’ve recently driven on the Dallas
When preparing for joint-replacement surgery, it’s natural to have a lot of questions. How long will I be out? When can I drive again? Will I need to be in the hospital for a long
It may not yet feel like fall around the North Texas area, but unfortunately, the flu virus doesn’t pay much attention to our local weather forecasts. Every year, flu season kicks off about midway through
Receiving bad news at the doctor is always a bit scary, but three specific words can strike fear into the bravest of hearts: “You have cancer.” Once a patient gets the news, often feelings of
If you, or a loved one, suffers from a chronic respiratory disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary fibrosis or asthma, there is hope for rebuilding strength and enjoying a
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