Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition in which the ingestion of gluten causes damage to the small intestine in genetically predisposed individuals. Gluten is a protein which is found in wheat, barley, and rye. Many popular foods and beverages contain …
Has the winter chill gotten you down? Just because the temperature outside has dropped, there’s no reason to develop a case of cabin fever. Almost everyone can exercise in the colder months provided that it’s done correctly. What a great …
It’s that time of year! While we welcome the longer days and lush blooms along the landscape, many of us suffer from the allergies that are a result of it. It is a very common problem with at least two …
By Joseph V. Lombardi, MD, FACS
Chief, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
Program Director, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
Director, Cooper Aortic Center
Nearly 40 million Americans have varicose veins, the blue, bulging, gnarled veins in the legs that show through …
“Leaves of three – let it be.” Many have heard this rhyme. It refers to the infectious plants – poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac. This is the time of year that health care providers see many people with …