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Understanding Aortic Valve Disease

Your heart works tirelessly, beating roughly 100,000 times a day to keep blood moving through your body. At the center of this incredible process is the aortic valve. It acts as the main gatekeeper...

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8 Tips for Preventing Falls

Falls are a major health concern for older adults. In those over 65, falls that occur either in or outside of the home are the leading cause of injury-related death, hospitalization and emergency department visits...

What is Interventional Pain Management?

If you’re someone who struggles with chronic pain, interventional pain management can offer relief from your symptoms with help from techniques that aim to minimize discomfort. These types of procedures help...