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Dec
Sneezing Due to Sunlight
Photic sneeze reflexis a condition triggered by exposure to bright light. Sneezing can't really be controlled - it’s one of the body’s reflexes, and is typically associated with irritation in the nose. From here the signal is sent via neural pathways to t...
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Dec
November is COPD Awareness Month
COPD is a disease of the respiratory system. COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and includes such conditions as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and asthma. People with COPD and other lung diseases can develop a swallowing dysfunction called DYSPHAGIA. Dysphagia...
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Dec
Otitis Media
What is otitis media? Otitis media is an infection or inflammation of the middle ear. This inflammation often begins when infections that cause sore throats, colds, or other respiratory or breathing problems spread to the middle ear. These can be viral or bacterial infections. S...
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Dec
Reduce Vocal Strain Working Remotely
As we continue adjusting to our new COVID-19 reality of remote work and virtual learning, one of the last things we may be thinking about is our voice. We're relying on our voices more than ever to stay connected to one another. Telepractice supplements in-person sessions...
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Dec
Help with Hydration
One of the most overlooked aspects of keeping your body working at its peak condition is hydration. Hydration has become more of a challenge since we starting wearing face masks. Dehydration can cause problems such as headaches, weakness, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth and more se...
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Dec
Injection Snoreplasty
Injection Snoreplasty is a relatively new medical procedure that is intended to eliminate snoring. Unlike other procedures such as tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies, Injection Snoreplasty is much less painful, fast, and affordable. The procedure itself involves first numbing t...
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Dec
Acute and Chronic Sinusitis
Acute sinusitis is usually caused by a common cold (viral infection) and, unless a bacterial infection develops, most cases resolve within a week or two. With acute sinusitis the spaces in your nose and head (sinuses) become inflamed and swollen. This interferes with drainage an...
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Dec
Retrain How You Breathe
Starting with the first reports of breathing difficulties among people who contracted COVID-19 and extending now to those wearing masks to limit the risk of acquiring or transmitting the virus, the ability to breathe normally has become a common concern. Some worry: Are we takin...
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Dec
Sinusitis
Sinusitis is a condition in which the lining of your sinuses becomes inflamed. The sinuses are four hollow air spaces within the bones surrounding your nose. They produce mucous, a fluid that cleans bacteria and other particles out of the air you breathe. The cilia, tiny hairs l...
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Dec
June is Alzheimers Awareness Month
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Cognition- If you break down what hearing is, it is a major component in our ability to connect with the rest of the world. Hearing loss is highly related to social isolation and loneliness, which we've known for a long time are rela...
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Dec
Summer Health Dangers
The Most Common Summer Health Dangers Summer is a favorite time of the year for many, but that does not mean you can forget about the major hazards it poses for your health. Here are 5 of the most common summer health dangers. Dehydration Dehydration is common because many enter...
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Dec
6/9/2020 is National Call your Doctor Day
National Call Your Doctor Day is a reminder to take a moment out of your busy day to put your health first. Feeling nervous or uncomfortable about going is natural but do not let that stop you from taking care of yourself. Think of your doctor as your partner in managing your he...
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