Strengthening the Brain With Meditation
Posted Mon, 2012/05/07 - 20:33 by Fred Lee
Meditation has emotional and psychological benefits, and now scientists believe it may physically enhance the morphology of the brain.Patient Insider
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Flavonoid Rich Foods May Reduce Risk for Parkinson’s Disease
Posted Thu, 2012/04/26 - 21:09 by Fred Lee
Eating flavonoid rich foods like berries, tea and wine may have a protective effect against Parkinson's disease.
Art Helps Recovering Stroke Victims
Posted Thu, 2012/04/19 - 20:15 by Fred Lee
An appreciation for art can have positive health benefits for people recovering from strokes.
Rainforest Remedy for Dental Pain
Posted Mon, 2012/03/26 - 21:12 by Fred Lee
A natural painkiller from the rainforests of Peru may offer patients effective relief from painful injections during dental procedures.
Yoga Effective for Easing Back Pain
Posted Wed, 2012/02/29 - 22:46 by Fred Lee
In the largest clinical trial to date, regular classes in yoga was found to be effective in reducing lower back pain.
Loneliness May Impair Our Ability to Sleep
Posted Tue, 2012/01/31 - 23:23 by Fred Lee
Feeling lonely and isolated can have adverse effects on a person's ability to get a good night's sleep.
Exercise the Brain to Delay Dementia and Alzheimer's
Posted Mon, 2012/01/30 - 21:35 by Fred Lee
Using and challenging your mind may have tangible benefits over our lifetimes and may protect us from the onset of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Hey Doc, Don’t “Friend” Me On Facebook!
Posted Tue, 2011/03/29 - 03:53 by Amer Kaissi
While social media and instant messaging have taken over communication in the modern world, many people are still hesitant to use these new ways when interacting with their own doctor.
What Is Abnormal Blood Pressure?
Posted Fri, 2011/03/18 - 01:42 by Amer Kaissi
New research suggests that current guidelines on what constitutes abnormal blood pressure may be too strict.
Coordination Between ER And Primary Care Doctors
Posted Wed, 2011/03/02 - 22:09 by Amer Kaissi
A recent study suggests that that haphazard communication and poor coordination between ER and primary care doctors can negatively affect patient care.
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