Most of us know that the at age 50 we should start getting our routine colonoscopy. The good news is that this recommendation has led to earlier detection and higher survival rates for those over 50 with colon and rectal cancers. So what’s the problem? Turns
We know that carrots are good for the eyes…but did you know there are actually several foods that promote good eye health? Doctor Annie joins Better Connecticut to share her top 10 foods for healthy eyes. Watch to find out more! WFSB 3 Connecticut
2016 wasn't all bad. The medical field enjoyed some amazing new discoveries, and the health conscious benefitted from some interesting new research. A recap is always helpful, so here are my favorite health breakthroughs to remember! 1) A WAY TO FIGHT CANCER CELLS WHILE SPARING THE
It's time to set the record straight and debunk this myth!!! Does wearing reading glasses make you more dependent on them? NO! If you put off reading glasses in your 40's will it make your eyes stronger? NO!!! This is a question I tackle with my patients almost every day.
Here are my do's and don'ts for safe makeup trends this holiday season! Trend #1: False Eye Lashes Dr. Annie’s Safe Pick: Flirt Eyelash Applicator ($28) Dr. Annie’s Safe Pick: Flirt Eyelash Duo Glue ($9) Trend #2: Statement Liners Dr. Annie’s Safe Pick: Clinique Quickliner ($17) Trend #3:
I’m not usually one for predictions, but I’m making an exception when it comes to the latest health craze sweeping our country. Cryotherapy, used throughout Europe for years now to treat and prevent multiple health issues, is starting to catch on in the US. What is
Vitamin B12 is a big player when it comes to our health. It is needed daily for every cell in our body, for metabolism and DNA synthesis. When it comes to our brain function as well as red blood cell functioning, it's arguably our most
New research, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, came to the conclusion that “exercise is a powerful cancer-preventive.” This is bold language for the usually sedate research terminology. And with good reason! This tremendous study reflects the most in depth research ever done on exercise and cancer risk. Investigators
Well it’s New Years, and everywhere you look there are ads for the “NEW YOU” or articles about “DROP THE WEIGHT FAST” and “HOW TO KEEP YOUR RESOLUTIONS.” I don’t know about you, but all of this hype surrounding New Year’s resolutions makes me anxious! Why
[spacer height="20px"]Some days it’s evident I learn more from my patients than they do from me. It’s one of my favorite parts about being a physician – patients of all ages and from all walks of life end up in front of me daily. I’m
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