Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

Experiencing pain or discomfort in your chest can be alarming, but is it always a cause for concern? While chest pain is one of the cardinal symptoms of a heart attack, it has also been linked to a far less severe condition known as GERD—gastroesophageal reflux disease—which is more commonly referred to as heartburn. While ...click here to read more

This flu season is shaping up to be moderately severe, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but luckily this year’s vaccine is proving to be a good match for the virus. The flu shot has been found to be 43 percent effective against influenza A type H3N2—the most common form that ...click here to read more

Have you ever wondered why you prefer to write with either your left or right hand? While some are ambidextrous and can complete tasks equally well using either hand, most people display a preference even while they are still in the womb. New research published in the journal eLife has shown that this preference—known as ...click here to read more

Living with diabetes or prediabetes requires constant monitoring and vigilance when it comes to your blood glucose levels. For someone with diabetes, a level that is too high or too low could result in adverse reactions like dizziness, irritability, weakness, increased thirst or hunger, and exhaustion. While many are aware that certain foods can impact ...click here to read more

Researchers have confirmed that ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder – is actually a disorder of the brain and not just the result of “poor parenting” that leads to bad behavior. Those with ADHD were found to have structural differences within their brains, meaning the variance can be seen physically. The analysis also found that ...click here to read more

Short-term memory loss is a case of losing memory over a short period of time. In most situations, long-term memory is not impaired. While most people associate short-term memory loss with aging and specifically dementia, there are other causes for amnesia-like symptoms; therefore, treatment is varied. People who experience short-term memory loss might find that ...click here to read more

Staying healthy is a challenge that may seem daunting at first, as we are constantly bombarded with new diet and health fads. Many of us lead busy lives, resulting in the development of habits that could be harming our overall health. Continue reading to discover some of the most prevalent of these habits and what ...click here to read more

New research from the University of Southern California’s Leonard Davis School of Gerontology has shown that a scientifically developed fasting diet not only aids in weight loss, it may also help lower the risk of developing major diseases. This diet was found to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease like blood pressure and inflammation, while ...click here to read more