Imagine the life-changing event of a legally blind person being able to see again. Well, that’s the case with one Coachella Valley man who began using E-Sight glasses. Hudson Mark was born with perfect eyesight, but just about ten years ago his vision began to rapidly decline. “My field of vision started to narrow; so […]
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Many believe that a meal is complete only after you add healthy spices, such as cinnamon, for keeping blood sugar levels in check. Spices fight inflammation and reduce any damage to your body’s cells. A natural approach to good health, time to spice up your life! In fact, the answer to your health is in […]
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A record number of Californians were diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) in 2017, according to a new report released by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). More than 300,000 cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and early syphilis were reported: a 45 percent increase compared to five years ago. Particularly concerning, in 2017, there were 30 […]
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The Riverside County public health staff is warning of a Syphilis outbreak in the Coachella Valley, with the county’s health officer concerned over the spread of the diseases reaching a critical point. “We do have a syphilis outbreak happening right now,” Marcella Herrera-Carpenter said, she is the program coordinator for the Riverside University Health System […]
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A community meeting will be held next week to address a spike in syphilis cases in the Coachella Valley, particularly in Palm Springs, county health officials announced today. Countywide, syphilis cases run about 12 per 100,000 people, but the Coachella Valley has 32 cases per 100,000, with especially high numbers in Palm Springs, reaching “well […]
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A 132-pound ovarian tumor was removed from a 38-year-old Connecticut woman this year, according to two doctors involved in the case. The patient, who wished to remain anonymous, reported that the tumor began growing at a rate of about 10 pounds per week in November. A medical team, including 12 surgeons, removed it in a […]
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The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is warning valley residents about the possible growth of an invasive mosquito species. Researchers with the district said in the past few years, 3 non-native mosquito species have rampantly spread throughout the state. And they are capable of transmitting several viruses including dengue, chikungunya, yellow fever, and Zika. In […]
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Research shows that forceful exercises like boxing can help keep at bay some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s, help with balance, and build stamina. When patients are dedicated to the program, they can reap some big rewards. It’s all about high energy and power. It’s amazing to see, when you remember that everyone in the […]
