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Jul 12, 2019
Six Summer Eye Hazards to Avoid
There’s a reason eye injuries increase in the summer—but with a little planning and care, you can prevent most of them.
Jul 10, 2019
Everyone Needs Sunglasses
Find some that will protect your eyes.
Jun 26, 2019
Understanding Uveitis
It's a very common condition.
Jun 26, 2019
When is Heartburn Considered Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?
Heartburn by itself is fairly easy to understand, being simply a painful burning in chest or throat due to acid from the stomach that moves upward into the esophagus.
Jun 26, 2019
Understanding Hypogonadism
It’s a fact of life that the human body changes as it gets older.
Jun 25, 2019
Hard to Swallow
Since swallowing is the primary way we take in nutrients and liquids, dysphagia is a serious problem.
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How to Fix Droopy Eyelids?
Jul 8, 2019
For many people, as we age, our eyelids may begin to droop. This can leave a tired appearance or in some cases even limit peripheral vision. Eyelid rejuvenation is a cosmetic procedure that can improve the look and functionality of your eyelids. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Eric Cerrati explores the surgical and non-surgical options available, what results you can expect, and how to find the cosmetic surgeon who is best for you.
Play InterviewWhat is Gout and Am I At Risk?
Jul 8, 2019
You may have heard about gout in history class, but it’s still around today. In fact, if anyone in your family has suffered from the condition, you may be at risk. Dr. Tom Miller explains what causes gout, how to prevent it, and the potential treatments available for this painful disease.
Play InterviewVirtual Reality Could Rehabilitate Offenders of Domestic Violence
Jul 3, 2019
Virtual reality therapy is being investigated as a way to induce empathy in violent offenders. Dr. Maria V. Sanchez-Vives has been studying potential uses of VR in cognitive therapy and neuroscience. She talks about how the interventions work, the results of her research, and how this groundbreaking technology could change the way we approach treating individuals with violent tendencies.
Play InterviewFDA Approves New Weight Loss Pill—Does it Work?
Jun 24, 2019
Plenity is a new FDA-approved medical device that claims to help lose weight by making you feel full before meals. It is swallowed like a pill and has the potential to help the nearly 40 percent of people in the United States struggling with obesity. But does it actually work? Women' health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the research behind Plenity and suggests some simple, cheaper ways you can get similar effects.
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