Tag: Health Matters
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Health Matters 8/14: Making Prostate Cancer Treatment Safer
By Edward M. Soffen, M.D. Did you know that an estimated one 1 of every 9 men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime? In fact, other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men, according to the American Cancer Society. And while a…
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Health Matters 8/7: Advancements in Diagnosing and Treating Reflux
By Nisha Dhir, M.D., F.A.C.S. A case of heartburn every now and then may be uncomfortable, but it normally goes away on its own, leaving you to swear off ever eating hot peppers again. However, heartburn that occurs more than twice a week for a few weeks may be a sign of a more serious…
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Health Matters 7/3: Prevent Painful Shingles Virus by Getting Vaccinated
By Eugene A. Ryfinski, M.D. Have you ever had chickenpox? If so, did you know you are at risk for developing shingles? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 99% of Americans born before 1980 have had chickenpox, meaning almost all older adults in the United States are at risk…
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Health Matters 7/31: Golf Rehab Can Help You Get Game Back Up to Par
Barbara Kutch, P.T., D.P.T, C.S.C.S. With golf generally considered a safe and healthy outdoor activity during the COVID-19 pandemic, an increasing number of people have taken to the course. According to the National Golf Foundation, play was up more than 6% nationally – the equivalent of about 2.4 million more rounds than in May 2019.…
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Health Matters 7/24: Heart Palpitations Can Make You Feel Off Beat
By Sabahat Bokhari, M.D. Have you ever felt as if your heart skipped a beat or that it was beating so hard that it could beat straight out of your chest? These feelings are called heart palpitations, and while they can be unnerving, they are often harmless. However, in some instances, heart palpitations can be…
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Health Matters 7/17: Minimally Invasive Procedure Promotes Weight Loss
By Monica Saumoy, M.D. Obesity is a common and serious disease in the United States, affecting more than 40% of adults and putting them at greater risk for a wide range of other health complications, including heart disease, stroke and diabetes. And while diet and exercise are critical to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight,…
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Health Matters 7/10: Understanding Role of Weight and Nutrition in Cancer
By Mehreen Husain, M.S., R.D.N., C.S.O. Did you know that, according to the American Cancer Society, excess body weight is thought to be responsible for about 11% of cancers in women and about 5% of cancers in men? Moreover, researchers believe that extra weight may also increase the risk for cancer reoccurrence. That is why…
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Health Matters 6/26: Treatment for Sinus Problems Can Restore Quality of Life
By Samuel Becker, M.D. On a good day, you probably don’t give your sinuses a lot of thought. But when a severe cold, sinus infection or other nasal condition develops, these hollow cavities around your eyes and nose can feel bigger than your entire head and cause enough pain to send you crawling back under…
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Health Matters 5/22: Coronavirus Complicates Grieving Process
By the Rev. Matthew Rhodes There is no greater loss than the loss of a loved one, and even in the best of times, the grief can feel overwhelming. Rituals like funerals, shivas and life celebrations can often help ease the pain and allow those left behind to begin healing. But because of the COVID-19…
