by Specialdocs Consultants | Nov 8, 2023 | Patient News
“If you are in a bad mood, go for a walk. If you are still in a bad mood, go for another walk.” – Socrates No one has a negative word to say about the benefits of walking. Accessible to most, with no special equipment or training needed, stepping out regularly...
by Specialdocs Consultants | Jun 23, 2023 | Healthy Aging, Medications, Nutrition, Patient News
The aching, swollen, stiff joints associated with osteoarthritis (OA) have long been considered a “wear and tear” condition, associated with aging. It was thought that cartilage, the smooth connective tissue on the end of bones that cushion the joints, simply breaks...
by Specialdocs Consultants | Jun 23, 2023 | Healthy Aging, Medical Conditions, Medications, Nutrition, Patient News
Except for dedicated thespians, saying “break a leg” is most definitely not a harbinger of good luck. More than 10 million Americans are living with osteoporosis, a condition of low bone mass that results in increased risk of bone fracture, sometimes even from a minor...
by Specialdocs Consultants | Jun 23, 2023 | Patient News
The First Hundred Years: Healthy Longevity May Ultimately Define the Future Humankind has eternally searched for the fabled fountain of youth. While we suspect that a magical elixir to turn back time may never be discovered, in 2023 we are coming ever closer to a more...
by Specialdocs Consultants | Jun 23, 2023 | Healthy Aging, Patient News
The growing group of people able to enjoy 100 years of life may well be one of the most remarkable achievements of the 21st century. A generation ago, the number of centenarians worldwide was just 110,000; today they are 600,000 strong. Notably, a sizable segment of...