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Varicose veins—whether you can see them or not—lead to leg pain, fatigue, heaviness, and swelling, but they are also the cause of a chronic immune response
Right now there is a lot of emphasis on the circulatory system. February is American Heart Month, and 2024 marks the American Heart Associations’ centennial celebration. These are good reminders that we should all focus on keeping our heart healthy. In addition, March is National Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month, a public health...
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With so many factors affecting our hearing, it’s crucial to create a provider relationship with a team that embraces technology while putting people first
Have you started scheduling all those yearly health checkups for the family? Is a hearing test on the list? Hearing loss is often associated with old age but can start at any age for many different reasons and cause mental and physical issues. If you’re experiencing problems with your hearing, including tinnitus, or are age 50 or over, it’s...
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At University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, patients with congestive heart failure are living healthier, happier lives
When University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center opened in 2011, patients gained access to a first-rate hospital on the East Side, but this leading medical facility is just as focused on keeping patients healthy at home. One of the most frequent reasons for hospitalizations is heart failure. For those with congestive heart failure, the heart is...
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Jenefer Machovina is a busy working mom with a full plate of obligations and here’s how MaxStrength Fitness is helping her reclaim her health
Serving on the Avon Lake School Board, travelling the world as director for international cooperative development for a global financial services company, and being an overscheduled mom to four kids doesn’t leave Jenefer Machovina much time to focus on her own health. When the clock struck 50 last year, she decided it was time to add...
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In recognition of American Heart Month, University Hospitals Lake West and Tripoint Medical Centers shine the light on this vital organ
During American Heart Month every February, the spotlight shines on heart health. For the cardiologists at University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center, it is their focus 365 days a year, 115,200 heartbeats a day. “We educate our patients on how to protect themselves against heart disease,” says Paul Zellers, DO, who is Chief of...
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