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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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Protecting the public’s health is a key mission of the Lake County General Health District, but that’s not all it does to support the community
Have you ever wondered what our local health departments really do? We learned through Covid-19 that they enforce the rules and regulations put in place by the US Department of Health and Human Services. But when there isn’t a worldwide pandemic, the local departments continue their work to prevent disease, promote equity in health, and...
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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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Here’s what Black History Month means to black-owned businesses who are part of the Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Then Black History Month originated in 1976, President Gerald R. Ford urged Americans to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” Here in Lake County, the number of businesses and organizations helmed by African Americans provides a rich...
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