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I had a complete tear of the Supraspinatus Tendon of the rotator cuff. This injury can cause pain and limited mobility of the shoulder. I discovered that treatment doesn't always require surgery.

My father was a compulsive gambler. This article is about how loved ones can protect themselves from the ravages of a gambling addiction.

My anxiety will probably look different than yours. That's a promise.

In fall of 2019, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Follow my breast cancer journey below as I go through the ups and downs of beating this terrible disease.

After working in the medical industry for over 38 years I was exposed to all sorts of communicable blood-borne diseases. After all those exposures I got the one disease I never thought I would have: Parkinson's Disease. It's not contagious, but it is like an alien being has taken over my brain.

Use these hacks to make travelling with hemorrhoids much more comfortable.

Suffering with chronic pain can lead to many psychological and emotional effects. This article is written from my own personal experience.

A review of the postoperative results of a Crystalens AO implant. Observations, improvements, and problems from a patient's viewpoint.

Anxiety has stopped me doing so many things; then I noticed that those things might have helped me cope with my anxiety, and therefore I'm trapped in an endless cycle. But recently I decided to push through the initial 'I can't' to determine if that is really true.

McKenzie Method exercises and stretches are a great way to combat lower back pain from bulging/herniated discs and compressed sciatic nerves.

Millions of people like me suffer from a hearing disability which alters the way we live. Our world is shaped differently in how we interact in a society filled with social events, education and family living. We live in a silent or quieter world than most.

It's a brave new world. Where genealogy meets genetics, 23andMe provides direct-to-consumer genetic testing. You pay to turn over your DNA and personal data. Big companies profit. Understand the risk.

The Food Network and their stars were there for me through some very hard times. It helped me cope with difficult times and learn how to show love and taught me a very important skill that was key for my survival.

Thinking of getting a dental implant? Make sure you know all of the facts before deciding. They may not be what you think they are.

I cannot offer you a miracle cure for tinnitus, but I can suggest some techniques that can help you enjoy life again.