The Woman Behind the Medicine When she was a child, Dr. Betsy Perry Thacker would visit her stepfather, an orthopedic surgeon, at his office, and she thought being a doctor would be fun. “It (being a doctor) just seemed like a fun thing to do,” Dr. Thacker said. “I’d go to his office, and there were skeletons to play with, and there were syringes to … Continue reading Dermatology Not Skin Deep
Have you ever gotten a compliment from a stranger and blood rushed to your cheeks while your heart simultaneously did a little happy dance, shifting your whole day toward pure bliss? If not, then let me give you one right now: You are gorgeous! Compliments from your significant other or friends are nice, and compliments from your parents are kind of blah at this point … Continue reading Compliments Are Gifts for the Soul
A cold winter workout can be just as satisfying as a hot summer one. Working out in the cold can actually burn more calories than working out in the heat. It’s always important to have the right gear for the right weather conditions. Here are some workout essentials to make sure your workout is still gratifying in the brisk outdoors. Hat Your head is one … Continue reading Winter Workout Gear Necessities
HIV is one of the largest world-wide epidemics, affecting millions of people since its discovery. AIDS can develop after contracting HIV, although many people live with HIV for long periods of time without ever developing AIDS. The pandemic of living with these viruses has become more manageable since its discovery in the mid- to late-1970s. The earliest case of HIV was discovered to be in … Continue reading HIV & AIDS Awareness: Know the Facts
Marathons and other races hosted in the community can impact a lot more than just the people that run them. Many put on these races to benefit people in need. Whether it’s raising funds for medical research, helping the less fortunate, or even rescuing stray animals off the street, it is all for a greater purpose. These benefits along with the ones you will receive … Continue reading Get Active for a Good Cause
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