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How to Take Care of Your Back- Today and in the Future
What is good posture? What are the mechanics of proper lifting? What are the long term effects of bad posture or spine issues? Listen in as Jason A. Liauw, MD, explains how to take care of your back- what good posture is, the long term effects it can have
Causes and Symptoms of Sciatica: How to Get Relief
Common lower back problems may cause sciatica symptoms – which can vary from mild and infrequent, to debilitating and constant. When sciatica pain caused by lower back problems becomes unbearable, it may be time to seek out treatment. Physiatrist speciali
Answering Your Questions About Robotic Hernia Surgery
Minimally invasive robotic surgery can help you get back on your feet faster. Listen in to Elvira Klause, MD, and learn about the benefits and treatment options with robotic hernia surgery.
Who Needs Probiotics?
Probiotics are live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits. Products sold as probiotics include foods, dietary supplements, and non-oral products, such as skin creams. Probiotics have positive digestive health benefits and been shown to
How to Plan a Healthy Pregnancy
Nearly 4 million babies are born in the United States each year. While pregnancies are common, most families have a lot of questions about pre-pregnancy planning. How early does pre-pregnancy planning start? What kind of vitamins should you be taking? Wh
What You Need to Know About Statins
There is a lot more to know about statins than a drug that can decrease your cholesterol. Join Ryland E. Melford, MD, a specialist certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, as he discuss the uses, benefits and side ef
Advances in Caring for Back and Spine Pain
More than 50 million people in the U.S. experience neck or back pain. When everyday activities such as walking, shopping or working become difficult and unbearable, it may be time to seek out treatment. Medical Director at the Orange Coast Memorial Cent
Knowing the Difference – When to Choose Urgent Care Over the ER
You or someone in your family needs immediate medical attention, do you know whether to take them to an urgent care center or the emergency room? Dr. Bare is here to talk about the differences between Urgent Care and the ER and explain when it’s best to
Keeping Your Colon Healthy
Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer and the third leading cause of cancer death in both men and women in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Gastroenterologist, Ashkan Farhadi, MD, discusses how colorectal screenings and g
Recognize When to Seek Help for Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in America – affecting close to 20 percent of the population. While treatment is available, the stigma surrounding mental illness often prevents people from seeking help. Tammy Heilemann, LCSW, is her