Rosacea: Get Rid Of The Redness
As a dermatologist, I frequently see patients with the condition of rosacea. In fact, according to the National Rosacea Foundation, over 16 million Americans are affected by the condition! Patients...
View ArticleHow To Handle Job Stress And Stay Healthy
Many of my patients tell me that they are under increased stress at work these days. Their stress seems to stem from several areas – working longer hours with heavier workloads with little-to-no...
View ArticleTask Force Recommends Doctors To Screen Patients For Obesity
I’ve always counseled my patients about the need to keep a healthy weight. It not only makes you look and feel better but it decreases your risk for serious diseases. Many doctors, though, have shied...
View ArticleKeep Your Bones Strong With The Best Exercise
Bones can become weak at any age, but just growing older does put you at higher risk for fractures and/or developing osteoporosis. However, it isn’t a given that you suffer bone loss or weakness as you...
View ArticleFor Men Only: Safeguard Your Health These 5 Ways
Okay, guys, this one is just for you. A new year is right around the corner and you’ve been thinking about all those new directions you want to go in. Hopefully, getting and staying healthier is one...
View ArticleThe Amazing Heart and Soul Benefits of Tai Chi
On a recent trip to China, I couldn’t help take notice of how many people practice the ancient art of Tai Chi – a spiritual exercise program. Everywhere I went I saw people practicing it in parks and...
View ArticleSave Your Heart: The Key Methods to Keep Your Heart Going Strong
One of the things I frequently hear from patients is, “Dr. Blankstein, what can I do to prevent a heart attack?” They often have the wrong idea that protecting their heart involves having to learn a...
View ArticleThe Links Between Exercise And Life Expectancy
You probably won’t be surprised to know that there is a strong the link between exercise and life expectancy. I’d like to tell you about a simple test score that can predict your life expectancy based...
View ArticleEnjoy the Health Benefits of Squats for Women Today
Exercise is an important component of medicine. Some of the health benefits of squats for women are that it strengthens your muscles – your heart being one of the most important – burns fat and...
View ArticleGet Rid of Excess Skin After Weight Loss
Are you suffering with excess skin after weight loss? Like many of my patients, maybe you have lost weight recently in an effort to boost your health and lower your risk for serious diseases like...
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