Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila- This Month’s Topic: Osteoporosis
Question– Dr. Kiskila, what is osteoporosis? Answer– Osteoporosis is a weakening of the bones. Question– Who is most likely to develop osteoporosis and how does
Prevention: Alzheimer’s Disease by Stan Wasbin, M.D.
Is it possible to prevent Alzheimer’s disease (AD)? Yes. The latest thinking is that close to one in three cases of this cruel disease is
Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila- This Month’s Topic: Calcium
Question– Dr. Kiskila, is it a good idea to take a calcium supplement? If so, who should take them? Answer– Calcium helps bones and teeth
How to Prevent a Heart Attack (or Not) Part Two by David G. Porzio, M.D., FACC
In my last article I discussed how difficult it is to actually prevent a heart attack. I emphasized the importance of recognition of symptoms related
Whooping Cough on the Rise by Dorcas M. Eaves, M.D., MSS, AACPE
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, has reached an epidemic level in California in 2014. This week ABC News reports that our state is facing
Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila- This Month’s Topic: Probiotics
Question– Dr. Kiskila, what are probiotics? Answer– Probiotics are “good bacteria” that live in the body to help it work well and help defend the
Do You have Gluten Sensitivity? By Nathan Kiskila, M.D.
Do you wake up every day eating a “healthy” breakfast containing some whole-grain cereal or toasted wheat bread? Do you often experience symptoms of digestive
Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila- This Month’s Topic: Bronchitis
This Month’s Topic: Bronchitis Question- Dr. Kiskila, what is bronchitis? Answer- Bronchitis is an upper respiratory infection that causes the bronchial tubes in the lungs
Hospital Associated Infections (HAIs) by David G. Porzio, M.D.
Recent statistics show that 75,000 people are killed annually by hospital-acquired infections. Bacteria, fungi, and viruses can lurk in many places ranging from bed linens