by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Medications, Patient News
Nothing erodes the quality of life faster than pain and unfortunately more than half of American adults report they live with it on a chronic, recurring basis. That makes it easy to understand why, when seemingly safe, effective opioid drugs became widely available in...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Nutrition, Patient News
While the evidence is not yet in on the enhanced nutritional value of organic or natural foods, consumers appear to have made their own decision. The latest research shows more than 62 percent of Americans now regularly shop for these types of products and pay...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Medical Conditions, Patient News
The aching, swollen, stiff joints associated with osteoarthritis (OA) have long been considered an inexorable result of aging. According to conventional wisdom, cartilage, the smooth connective tissue on the end of bones that cushion the joints, simply breaks down...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Healthy Aging, Patient News, Wellness
HealthWise presents an ongoing look at research that provides valuable insights to help today’s seniors – and the generations set to follow – create a vibrant next chapter. We have looked at strategies to keep the aging brain healthy and to protect the aging...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Nutrition, Patient News
While they may not have the crisp appeal of sugar snap peas or the sleek appearance of a summer tomato, winter’s bounty of root vegetables and greens brings some of the year’s most nutrient-rich dishes to the table. Serve up as chips or gratins, roasted or braised,...
