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While you may typically seek the expertise of your primary care physician or main health provider for physical concerns, these healthcare professionals also serve as an important resource for the health of your mind. āPrimary care providers are highly skilled in treating all aspects of a patientās health,ā says Shira Meyer, DO, internal medicine physician ...
Tracy Vitulli of Freehold was running the bases during a softball game years ago when he suddenly couldnāt catch his breath ā and then couldnāt get out of bed for several days. A longtime smoker, Tracy learned he had emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), two conditions that cause irreversible lung damage. āI gained ...
Todayās technology allows us to pop in a pair of earbuds, tune out the world and enjoy our favorite music and podcasts anytime, anywhere. But are earbuds safe? Not always. āGrowing evidence suggests a troubling link between earbud use and potential hearing damage, particularly with younger people,ā says CentraState ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist ...
You likely know that smoking ā whether vaping or smoking tobacco or marijuana ā is detrimental to your health. However, your body benefits quickly and significantly from quitting any type of smoking. The effect of smoking on the body is dose-dependent, meaning the health risks of smoking increase both with the number of cigarettes smoked ...
Ever wonder why you seem to sleep better when it’s cooler outside? It all comes down to how your body regulates temperature. The hypothalamus, a part of your brain that acts like a thermostat, controls your bodyās temperature, which fluctuates throughout the day and night. āAs part of your natural circadian rhythm, your core body ...
Have fall allergies turned you into a sniffling, sneezing, itchy-eyed mess? Youāre not alone. More than 80 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies, which can range from being a mild nuisance to downright debilitating. āSeasonal, year-round and food allergies are increasing in prevalence and symptom severity,ā says CentraState allergist Philip Case, MD. āIāve been in ...
Teamwork is a familiar and valued concept for 19-year-old Howell resident J.J. Machnik. From being named captain of his high school wrestling team as a junior to inspiring younger students to join the roster, heās always had a talent for bringing people together. But he never realized the crucial role teamwork would play in saving ...
Halloween is a day full of excitement, imagination and fun frights, but it poses extra safety risks for kids and teens. Before your little hobgoblins head out for Halloween trick-or-treating, itās important to plan ahead so they stay safe and avoid injuries. From tips on wearing safe costumes to preventing allergic reactions to dodging stranger ...
Apples are a fall favorite for good reason. Whatās better than sinking your teeth into a juicy, crisp, satisfying apple? Theyāre delicious, nutritious and versatile.Ā Ā Nutritional PowerhouseĀ Ā A small apple with skin has 77 calories and provides 3.6 grams of cholesterol-controlling dietary fiber and about half that amount once peeled. Additionally, apples are rich in ...
After completing treatment for early-stage breast cancer in 2011, Marites āJingā Nieveras had put the disease in her rearview mirror. She moved forward with her life, working as a registered nurse in CentraStateās Pre-Admission Testing department and raising two teenagers with her husband, Mike.Ā Jingās commitment to her annual mammogram and breast ultrasound at CentraStateās ...
