Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

A new “smart patch” is being developed by researchers that will make insulin dosing for those with diabetes much easier. The patch is to be worn on the skin and is covered in microneedles that painlessly release insulin into the bloodstream to help manage glucose levels. The microneedles are filled with small insulin-filled pouches that ...click here to read more

A new study from the University of California, San Diego, is showing that just 20 minutes of moderate exercise a day can help reduce inflammation in the body. Inflammation occurs when the immune system rushes to protect the body from injury or germs, though this swelling may become permanent and have detrimental effects. Inflammation can ...click here to read more

A newly published study in Circulation has shown that there are biological differences that may help predict the likelihood of recovery from advanced heart failure. While advanced heart failure was referred to as “end-stage” when there were not many treatment options, researchers have found that 15 to 20 percent of patients who undergo the implantation ...click here to read more

Back pain is very common among adults of all ages, but it doesn’t have to be. Dr. Mark Knaub of Penn State Hershey Medical Center has identified the most frequent causes and types of back pain, and has provided some tips for treating and preventing it. Back pain is often due to soft tissue injuries ...click here to read more

You’ve most likely heard the phrase, “Don’t crack your knuckles or you’ll get arthritis.” This may have stopped you for the time being, but when no one was around, you probably went right back to it. But does the saying hold any truth, or is it just an old wives’ tale? Are we causing ourselves ...click here to read more

A new study published in Degenerative Neurological and Neuromuscular Disease has found an improvement in the quality of life and a reduction of fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients who follow a paleo diet. The paleo diet focuses on lean meats and fish, as well as seasonal produce and local fruits and vegetables. It eliminates refined ...click here to read more

A recent study published in JAMA Neurology has found evidence that memory loss worsens with age for both sexes, though it happens faster for men. Dr. Clifford Jack of the Mayo Clinic confirmed this, stating “We see worse brain volumes in men than women from [age] 40s onward.” The study found that the hippocampus, which ...click here to read more

Brittle toenails aren’t something to be ashamed of, as many people suffer from this condition. You may feel that due to your brittle nails, you can’t enjoy wearing sandals in the summer or open toe shoes to events. There’s no denying that brittle nails look unsightly, even if you try to pretty them up by ...click here to read more