A new study claims that undergoing surgery to repair a meniscal tear in the knee could increase a person’s risk of developing arthritis. The findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting, say that meniscus surgery could contribute to cartilage loss and an elevated risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knee. For […]
5 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays are often a time to celebrate the season with friends and family, but it’s also a time when it’s easy to fall into poor health habits. Below, I share five ways to stay healthy as 2014 comes to a close. 1. Eat Right – From turkey and pumpkin pie to candy canes and gingerbread […]
Scooters Leading Cause For Child Holiday Injuries
Although they may not be able to ride them until the spring, the Consumer Product Safety Commission suggests parents should refrain from purchasing scooters for their children this holiday season, as they are the toy that produces the most hospital visits each year. According to a report published in Clinical Pediatrics, kick scooters popularized by […]
Putting a Bow on Our Hearts To Your Soles 2014
Once again the annual Our Hearts To Your Soles event was a rousing success! Thank you to everyone who participated in this wonderful event. After a night of fun and foot exams I can once again say that this year’s event was one of the best. All of the attendees received a new pair of […]
Medical Errors Down Significantly Over Last Three Years
Improved standards and patient handling techniques have led to a significant reduction in the number of patients killed due to avoidable errors over the last three years, according to a new report by the Department of Health and Human Services. The report suggests that an estimated 50,000 fewer patients have died over the past three […]
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