Back in the 1980s, laser-based refractive surgery was first developed as a safe, precise and fast way to correct myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism by reshaping the cornea. The result was permanently improved vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses. Since then, […]
It can be embarrassing when you actually have issues…down there. But being too embarrassed to ask the important questions can leave you vulnerable to dangerous and potentially deadly conditions. Dr. R. Afiba Arthur of P. Gill Obstetrics and Gynecology helps us answer ten questions you […]
Our smiles are important to us all, and when there is a chipped or missing tooth, it can greatly affect not only our self-esteem but our dental health as well. It is important to find a local dentist who will fix the problem before it […]
Sensitive teeth can be caused by any number of reasons. When the hard enamel of the tooth is worn down, pain can be caused by hot or cold beverages, foods or even exposure to air. If the pain becomes unbearable, consult with your dentist and […]
Each year, people are challenged with the decision of whether or not to correct their smile and which method of correction to choose. With orthodontics, there are many different options available, and it’s important to speak with the orthodontist about the best choice for you. […]
Kaiser Permanente provides an extraordinary training program for their medical staff to ensure quality performances with patient care and enhanced teamwork capabilities. According to Gigi Baniqued, Director of the Clinical Education, Practice, and Informatics Department at Kaiser Permanente, “The vision for the program is to […]
Most people have heard of acupuncture, either during casual conversation or as a suggestion for treating muscle pain. However, what some may not have guessed is that acupuncture treats a wide variety of ailments, including infertility and the struggle to lose weight. Acupuncture is derived […]
There’s no question that losing weight can be difficult. But what do you do when you have a lot of weight to lose? What if you need to lose it quickly? Most importantly, what if, despite all your best efforts to exercise and eat right […]
A decade of returning home and rebuilding characterized by McCarthyism fear & keeping up with the Joneses… Photos courtesy of the Bank of Stockton As the 1940s came to a close, the world was in the process of rebuilding and returning to prewar lifestyles. Men […]
Color my cheeks flushed! It’s ZinFest time once again. In case you haven’t heard, I’m a wine lover and I rush to events that promote drinking wine. In public. ZinFest Wine Festival takes place on May 17th at Lodi Lake Park. What better way to […]
I am a blended family mom with six kids. Yes, I have a real life Brady Bunch, in which the only person missing is Alice (who is needed the most). As I write this, I am on the verge of becoming a new mommy once […]
One of the most worrisome feelings a grieving person experiences is how to keep a sustaining memory alive after a special loved one has died. The most well intentioned condolences upon the death of a loved one often suggest that time will heal the pain, […]
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