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Dec. 4, 2023 – The holiday season is upon us, and with it, a flurry of activities and obligations. There are gifts to buy, parties to attend, cookies to bake, latkes to fry, and families to entertain. The stress can be relentless, and expectations can be off the charts. Amid the hustle, a new study …
For Happier Holidays, Set Your Expectations – and Breathe Read More »
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With late-stage NSCLC, you may want to talk about many things with your doctor. Those might include your treatment options, possible side effects, outcomes, and support systems. Your doctor will tell you what to expect going forward. You also might talk with them about things outside of your medical treatment, like your personal concerns and …
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Ruth Zalta, right, with her children Cradling her newborn son, Erin F. saw herself tripping and falling down the single step to her living room, knocking the scissors off the handrail. As the scene vividly played out in her mind, the shears stabbed through her arm into the infant she carried, killing him. (Erin asked …
Perinatal and Postpartum OCD: 'I Was Falling Apart' Read More »
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) develops over time. And in the early stages, you may not realize it’s happening. But there are things you can do to lower your odds of ever getting PAD. The first step is to understand how it takes hold, if you’re at risk, and how it happens. PAD happens when certain …
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You’ve probably heard that “getting your steps in” can help you stay healthy. But for people with peripheral artery disease (PAD), walking even a few blocks might feel as challenging as a 10-mile run. This common circulatory condition, which affects an estimated 8.5 million Americans, happens when the blood vessels that carry blood from the …
Foot Care Tips for People With PAD, From Podiatrists Read More »
For the first time in what seems like forever, Judith Taylor sleeps without interruption. She’s not awakened by pain or numbness in her feet caused by the peripheral artery disease (PAD) she was diagnosed with 3 years ago. She doesn’t need an extra blanket and socks to keep her left foot, which had the poorest …
Do I Really Need Surgery for Peripheral Artery Disease? Read More »
More than eight million Americans have peripheral artery disease (PAD), in which narrowed or blocked arteries lead to circulatory problems in the arms and legs (especially the legs), making it hard to walk without pain. Yet what people with PAD may not realize is that the condition also puts them at a higher risk for …
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects your blood flow. But its signs and symptoms can show up on your skin. Many people with PAD notice changes on the skin of their feet and legs, such as: Cool to the touch Redness or changes in color Changes in texture (skin can be brittle or shiny in spots) …
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