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This post on medical care abroad is the first of a three part series on International Travel. Check back as we bring you more information about seeing the world. Visiting a foreign country is an adventure like no other, and it all seems very glamorous and exciting when you plan a trip to your dream …
Frostbite is a concern in the winter months for anyone who spends substantial time outdoors. In the most minor cases it can cause temporary discomfort and in the most serious cases it can require an amputation. Understanding how it is caused and recognizing the symptoms can help to alleviate some of the risk. Frostbite is …
With temperatures already dropping in the northeast and across the country, we are preparing for winter here in Rochester. While no one likes to see the warm weather go, the change of season brings new outdoor activities. But as winter sets in, it is important to stay warm and comfortable while outside. What are the …
It’s October and you know what that means, Trick or Treat! But aside from the scary stories and ghoulish fun, the month of October also signifies something very important; it is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Over the years, we’ve seen a huge increase in Breast Cancer Support and Awareness (i.e. NFL sporting pink socks, …
Blood pressure is one of the many measures that is used to measure overall health and especially the health of the circulatory system. It is the measure of the amount of force that is exerted by the pumping of blood through the circulatory system on the artery walls. The pressure is measured during a heartbeat …
