Stroke happens when there is an interruption of blood supply to the brain. It is also an issue that is close to my heart. My father and hero, Dr. Uma Nandi, was a wonderful man – a brilliant polymer chemist, cook, singer, husband, father and grandfather. He was a true renaissance man. Ten years ago, he suffered a devastating stroke that changed his life and shook our entire family. I’ve made it my mission to educate our planet about strokes. Recognizing the signs of a stroke is crucial in order to get medical help and appropriate treatment as soon as possible. Let’s discuss stroke and its major symptoms.
We live in a world where we are more active than ever before and with increased activity, we see an increase in injuries. It seems that the medical field, in general, is so quick to jump to two main solutions: surgery and/or medication. Pain, injuries, surgery and ultimately the use of pain medication are the leading causes of the epidemic we are currently experiencing: addiction to and overdosing on narcotics. This rising and very troubling trend is leading people to seek alternatives to surgery and medication.
Hawthorn & Violet Naturopathic Services recently opened in Fenton, but, some people may not be aware of what naturopathy is. The owner, Rebecca Culley-Healey, is a traditional naturopathic doctor, and herbalist and explains, “naturopathy is the art, science and philosophy of natural healing.” Naturopathy also draws wisdom from other cultures, such as Chinese medicine. “I am a teacher and advocate of natural health modalities,” Culley-Healey explains. “I teach people about the imbalances in their bodies that are manifesting as diseases.” She teaches people how to balance their health and to understand how their bodies work, which helps them make good decisions for their own unique circumstances.
Suicide has been in the world spotlight, due to the recent and tragic deaths of fashion designer Kate Spade, and Anthony Bourdain – a celebrity chef, author, travel documentarian and television personality. According to the Michigan Department of Community Health, suicide is one of the ten leading causes of death in Genesee County, in the State of Michigan and in the nation. These suicides were most commonly caused by firearms, poisoning (including overdose), or suffocation (including hanging), reports Tracey Malin, Clinical Risk Officer at Genesee Health System. Malin took time out of her busy day to answer some questions about the warning signs, prevention efforts and where to go to get help.
Xanax is a brand name for the drug, alprazolam, which belongs to a group of drugs called benzodiazepines, which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. The minor tranquilizer is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders, and according to medicalnewstoday.com is the single most prescribed psychiatric medication in the United States. Lately, there has been some controversy over the use of Xanax and concerns about the addictive nature of the drug that has been referred to by some people as a “six pack in a pill.”
In 2017, there were over five million Americans living with this degenerative disease and it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. This challenging condition in which one slowly loses memory, judgement abilities and normal function takes a large toll on families all around the world.
Dr. Del Rosario retired from the Genesys Downtown Flint Health Center earlier this month after more than 20 years of taking care of children in the community. She began her employment with Flint Osteopathic Hospital in 1994 and was instrumental in the development of Genesys Regional Medical Center. As a specialist in pediatrics and adolescent medicine, Dr. Del Rosario has provided quality, compassionate care for generations of families in the Flint community. She will be greatly missed by staff, colleagues and patients.
When most people think about a chiropractor, they automatically think back pain or neck pain. Did you know chiropractors can not only treat many more injuries and ailments, but also support your health through boosting your immune system and reducing common ailments such as high blood pressure? Here are just a few conditions that chiropractic care can treat, and how.
Myth: If doctors see that I’m a donor, they won’t save my life.
For many people, the thought of having surgery is terrifying. So, My City Wellness has “scrubbed in” with talented local surgeons as they performed a variety of procedures – a peek behind the curtain, if you will. Our sincere thanks to doctor Michael Kia, MD for his gracious cooperation in creating this ongoing special section.
Many of us have seen a dermatologist for various reasons, whether it was acne, psoriasis, eczema, warts or a mole check. A dermatology appointment can be a very satisfying experience and help you tackle multiple problems. There are several tips that I, as a dermatologist, would like to share with you so that you can optimize your visit. I have treated thousands of patients and seen the spectrum of outcomes. Here are some pointers to help you have the most positive patient experience:
