In the struggle to eat healthily, it can be easy to fall into a rut of preparing the same meals over and over again. From relieving osteoarthritis pain to enjoying better-looking skin, diet is an important factor in how we look and feel. Here are some of our favorite healthy recipes that include ingredients known for their abilities to contribute to your overall health and well-being. [Read more…]
Create an Allergy Free Home
Millions of people suffer year-round from symptoms caused by indoor allergens, such as dust mites, pet dander, and mold, according to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology. Fortunately, there are ways to identify and create an allergy-free home.
Opioid Abuse Epidemic
The United States Department of Health and Human Services estimates that more than 650,000 opioid prescriptions are written each day. Averaging 30 to 200 tablets apiece, that means upwards of 130 million pills are prescribed every day. In correlation, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that more than three out of five drug overdose deaths involve opioids. Recognizing their tremendous threat, the surgeon general in 2016 declared the opioid abuse epidemic is a huge problem. It’s one that only dedicated physicians can bring to an end.
Dr. Johnston Talks Heart Health on ABC 15 (Video)
Join ABC 15 News with Dr. Janice Johnston as they discuss ways to maintain a healthy heart. Dr. Janice Johnston gives us her professional expertise on what you can do to take control of your health. They explain the importance of maintaining a healthy heart, as well as what harmful things are out there that can affect your heart’s health. We all know that smoking is bad for you, yet we still continue to do it. 2017 is the year to stop and be in charge of your health. [Read more…]
5 Major Changes – Affordable Care Act Repeal
During the Obama presidency, Republicans in Congress voted 60 times to repeal President Barack Obama’s signature legislation, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare. But with President Donald Trump assuming office last month, moves toward ACA repeal now carry more weight than recent years’ symbolic attempts at dismantling it. [Read more…]
7 Foods that Help Rebuild Cartilage
Cartilage is an important connective tissue found throughout our bodies. When damaged in the joints, it can lead to pain, inflammation, limited range of motion and stiffness that can eventually progress to OsteoArthritis (OA)—the most common type of arthritis. When used as part of a larger, comprehensive treatment plan, nutrition can be a great way to confront some of the symptoms of OsteoArthritis and other disorders that result from degeneration of cartilage. Here is a list of foods that help rebuild cartilage. [Read more…]
Regenerative Medicine VS Opioid Medications For Chronic Pain
Chronic knee, back or joint pain can be debilitating. Not only does it make everyday activities significantly more difficult, but the treatments to manage the pain can be fraught with side effects that further diminish the quality of life for chronic pain sufferers. In addition to the potential for nasty side effects, pain sufferers who must rely on opioids also face the risk of addiction to the substance. Cutting-edge technology in the form of regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies is helping chronic pain sufferers reduce their reliance on pain medications while avoiding the dangers and recovery time associated with surgery. [Read more…]
Treating OsteoArthritis: Pain Relief Methods or Joint Replacement Surgery?
When treating OsteoArthritis pain, there are many treatment options. There is no single correct course of action—it will vary depending on personal medical histories, lifestyle and more. And while the modalities involved in treating OsteoArthritis are numerous and ever-evolving, it can be useful to think of them in three broad categories. [Read more…]
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