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by Alfred Poor | May 30, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical
We live in a time of medical miracles, not the least of which is the ability to peek inside DNA to sequence the genetic material, unlocking mysteries of disease and how the body operates. This information helps researchers and healthcare workers identify different...
by Alfred Poor | May 27, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical
One of my favorite quotes (even though it is probably apocryphal) is the answer the notorious thief Willie Sutton gave to a reporter who asked why he robbed banks; “Because that’s where the money is!” If you follow the money, you can see where...
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by Bruce Brown | May 25, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical
People with diabetes, COPD, or peripheral artery disease must monitor their blood chemistry to maintain their health. The inconvenience, paraphernalia, and at times slight pain of periodic checks become a necessary nuisance. A San Francisco, California company,...
by Bruce Brown | May 24, 2016 | General News, Medical
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of vision problems among people over 50. AMD is a progressive eye condition that affects as many as 15 million Americans. Someone with AMD isn’t completely blind; they are “centrally...
by Alfred Poor | May 24, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical
Heart attack is sometimes called the “silent killer.” In spite of the way it may be portrayed on television and in the movies, it’s possible to have a heart attack with little or no chest pain. The only symptom might be a shortness of breath or...
by Alfred Poor | May 23, 2016 | General News, Medical
The research studies keep coming fast and furious, demonstrating the benefits of mobile health technology and other Health Tech devices and systems. The studies show improved outcomes, which translate into lower long-term treatment costs and a better (and often...
