By Lynette M. Loomis All of us know someone with a hearing loss. According to the Mayo Clinic, hearing loss can occur due to
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Pioneer in the fight against AIDS/HIV in Rochester excited with new research to cure the disease but concerned with the new generation that didn’t
Ensuring No One is Left Behind
By Amy Cavalier A volunteer agency in Rochester has helped resettle the families of 93 individuals who have served as interpreters for the United
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‘My worst sunburn ever was from…’ By Kimberly Blaker My worst sunburn ever was from lying out on an overcast day. I didn’t expect
Medical Spas Offer Professional Grade Services
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Spa and medical spa: what’s the difference? At many salons and spas, clients can receive facials, peels, microdermabrasion, massage, and
How to Select a Medical Spa
If you want to seek esthetic services above what a spa offers, turn to a medical spa. While some of your selection should be
My Experience with Blepharoplasty Surgery
By Todd Etshman My blepharoplasty (under-eye bag removal) experience is definitely, probably over. My doctor said we were finished unless something out of the
Prescription Pain Misuse and Older Adults
By Jennifer Faringer The most commonly misused prescriptions for the older adult include opioid medications to treat pain and benzodiazepines to treat anxiety. The
The Pill for Men
Men’s contraceptive may be available in the coming years. Will men take it? By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Contraception has largely been dependent upon women
3 Diabetes Diet Myths You Need to Know
By Erin Goodrich Recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes? For many, this can be a scary time, with an abundance of questions. As a