Bone

A new study found that serious illness could contribute to bone loss. The research consisted of 66 seniors who spent 24 hours on a breathing machine in the intensive care unit (ICU). After one year of hospital stay the patients had 1.6 percent less bone density in their lower spines and 1.2 percent less bone ...click here to read more

Bone loss, and more specifically osteoporosis, is often identified as a female health problem, but men are not immune to losing bone density. There are many factors which can contribute to bone loss, so practicing bone-boosting habits is essential, especially as you age. Bones are composed of minerals, the most predominant being calcium. The body ...click here to read more

According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation one in three women over the age of 50 will develop osteoporosis – a disease categorized by bones becoming weak and brittle. While commonly referred to as a woman’s disease, men are not immune. In fact, within America alone, nearly two-million men have osteoporosis and another eight to 13 ...click here to read more

As you age, natural changes to your appearance are bound to occur. You may be noticing more wrinkles, or that your skin doesn’t feel as tight as it used to. Some of these changes may not come as a surprise or cause for concern… But what if they were your body’s way of telling you ...click here to read more

As a doctor, I have a duty to take care of my patients when they are ill. Often, this involves prescribing medication to treat or prevent a disease. The more important part of my job, however, is to earn my patients’ trust so that I can help them in their time of need. I find ...click here to read more

Most people think of bones as hard, permanent structures that support us day in and day out, yet the truth is that bones are constantly changing. They become dense as we grow from birth and then as we get older they have the potential to become weaker. Bone health is something many people don’t think ...click here to read more

An interesting study has shown that there could be a few health benefits found at the bottom of your next beer, or glass of wine. While alcoholism is considered to be a risk factor for osteoporosis the fractures related to it, there is new evidence that shows a couple drinks could help keep up your ...click here to read more