May 8th, 2024
Gallstones are quite common, with more than 23 million people in the U.S. dealing with this condition. They are often caused by imbalances in your lifestyle or unhealthy diets. However, what very few people know is that 25 to 30 percent of…
April 17th, 2024
Skin cancer is a type that can creep up on you before you even realize it’s there, with melanoma potentially becoming dangerous in only six weeks. What very few people know is that skin cancer risk is not a sentence, nor is it a sure path. In…
April 3rd, 2024
A healthy gallbladder is very important for your health, helping the digestive system function effectively. This small, pear-shaped organ found right underneath the liver stores bile, releasing it each time you eat. Once it reaches your intestines,…
March 20th, 2024
Hernia repairs are some of the most common surgeries, with around 1 million procedures performed yearly. Since this is not the type of condition that goes away on its own, the only way to fix it is by taking the surgical approach. Like any surgery,…
March 6th, 2024
Hernias are a very common condition, to the point where more than 20 million people struggle with it every year. The problem is that despite its high frequency, it is not an issue that goes away on its own. If left alone, it can develop into…
February 21st, 2024
Going through surgery is not something that many people look forward to. But sometimes it’s necessary. This includes gallbladder surgeries, in which more than 1.2 million people get removed every year. This type of surgery can be performed open or…
February 7th, 2024
Gallbladder removal surgery is one of the most common procedures in the United States, with more than 1.2 million of them performed every year. That being said, for this type of surgery to be successful, certain steps need to be taken before you…
January 24th, 2024
Visits to the doctor are an important part of healthcare, as they may reveal some hidden concerns you didn’t know you had. However, the problem is that an average of 55 percent of men in the US do not get regular health checks, and they typically…