The diagnostic office is one of the area’s few standalone centers By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Elizabeth Wende Breast Care has provided breast diagnostic
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Is Integrative Medicine Helpful or Hooey?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Some providers of healthcare go beyond the typical “MD” and Western medicine services and modalities. So how can you
Backpack Safety
Make sure your children’s packs don’t hurt their backs By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Chronic low back pain is prevalent among youth, with 13%
Fall: Apples, Leaves and Allergies
By Jocelyn M. Harrington As the vibrant leaves of Rochester turn brilliant shades of red, orange and gold, many residents welcome fall with
The Gut-Healthy Secret Weapon Hiding in Your Sauerkraut
A small scoop of sauerkraut every day may do more than add crunch to your meal. It could also protect your gut. In a
My Neighbor’s Suicide: The Last Day Reggie Lived
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant I once had a neighbor I’ll refer to as “Reggie” for the sake of his family’s privacy. He took
New Blood Pressure Guidelines Highlight Lifestyle Changes
Nearly half of U.S. adults should receive earlier treatment for high blood pressure, including lifestyle changes and medications, according to a set of new
Dangers of Ventricular Fibrillation
This often-fatal arrhythmia requires emergency care By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant As the most frequent cause of sudden cardiac death, ventricular fibrillation causes an
Decrease in Overall Heart Disease Mortality
From 1970 to 2022, there was a decrease in heart disease mortality overall, but an increase in mortality from other heart conditions, including heart
Help for Family Caregivers
Many resources can assist people caring for people with dementia By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s or another form