Mayo Clinic Minute: Reducing risk of Alzheimer’s disease in families

By ACA | November 13, 2023

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurologic disorder that causes memory loss and other cognitive decline due to brain cell degeneration. It’s the most common cause of dementia — a clinical syndrome characterized by a collection of symptoms that affect cognitive abilities, memory, thinking and behavior. Dementia is not a specific disease itself. It’s estimated that…

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Remarkable recovery after minimally invasive heart surgery

By ACA | November 12, 2023

In Steve Bernstein, M.D.’s neighborhood, Halloween is a fun time for children and families. Dressed in their costumes, they visit neighbors’ homes; the chorus of “Trick or Treat” rings out as goodies are dropped in their bags. Halloween 2022 was particularly remarkable for Dr. Bernstein, however. He’d undergone a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement surgery…

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Type 1 Diabetes: Myths, Challenges, and Treatment Breakthroughs | Health Discovered

By ACA | November 10, 2023

Type 1 diabetes (https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/type-1-diabetes) is a condition in which your immune system destroys insulin-making cells in your pancreas. Typically diagnosed in childhood or adolescence, type 1 diabetes is not just a medical condition; it’s a story of resilience and adaptability, requiring a lifelong commitment to managing one’s health. In today’s episode, we’ll sort through the…

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