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Patient Avoids Open Heart Surgery With Minimally Invasive Bypass
Many times, a blockage in the heart's left anterior descending artery is best treated with coronary artery bypass, which is typically an open-heart surgery. Steve Momon qualified to be treated in a different way.
Which Doctor Is Best To See When You Have Back Pain
Typically, back pain is muscular in nature and short-term, often caused by strain from lifting heavy objects or sudden movement. More serious back and spine problems may be caused by nerves, joints and discs.
Walking Back to Mobility One Step at a Time
Jacqueline Dienes suffered from neck, lower back and lower extremity pain for years. After trying a variety of non-surgical options, she underwent two surgeries and today feels like a new woman.
A More Traditional Halloween Celebration is Possible This Year
Last year, traditional celebrations were discouraged and people were advised to put out bowls of candy to avoid contact. That isn’t necessary for most people this year. Here’s why.
Best Tips for Giving Your Newborn Baby a Bath
A newborn’s skin is soft and delicate. Proper skin care and bathing can help maintain the health and texture of your baby’s skin while providing a pleasant experience for both of you.
Less Can Be More With Hypofractionation Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer
In recent years, cancer physicians and radiation oncologists have been whittling away at the length of time for radiation treatment. The goal: to make radiation treatment more convenient for the patient, with fewer side effects.
Advice From a 15-Year Breast Cancer Survivor: Don't Skip Your Annual Mammogram
Less than an hour out of your life can mean the difference between catching cancer early or never knowing what could have been.
How Cochlear Implants Can Help Adults With Hearing Loss
Many people have seen videos on social media of children who are deaf or severely hard of hearing receiving cochlear implants and hearing for the first time. But cochlear implants also have another useful purpose – to help adults with hearing loss.