Sharon Orrange's Blog
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Oh, My Aching Head: How to Prevent Migraines
On Feb 27
Oh those miserable migraines. Wouldn’t it be great if we could help the 17% of women and 6% of men who suffer from migraines? This year, The American Academy of Neurology published updated guidelines in the use of medications that will prevent migraines (prophylaxis.) There are some promising new...Full Post -
A Hearing Aid Could Actually Counteract Dementia
On Feb 27
“She/he can’t hear a word I say!” It drives family members crazy. Everyone knows someone with hearing loss and it is no joke. Two-thirds of adults over 70 have hearing loss and now we have concrete evidence that it may contribute to dementia. Older adults with hearing loss have a rate of cognitive decline up...Full Post -
10 Questions You Should be Asking Your Doctor About the Flu
On Jan 30
Flu stories are all over the news. As a primary care doctor, here are the questions I think you should be asking at this point in the flu season.
1. Am I too late for the flu shot? No, though influenza cases have peaked in some states, out West flu cases are surging. We expect flu cases through February...Full Post -
10 Things We Learned from Dear Abby
On Jan 30
I have always been struck by how many of my patients reference Dear Abby when talking about a difficult decision they faced. Dear Abby’s advice spanned from basic to difficult moral issues. RIP Abigail Van Buren (aka Pauline Freedman Phillips) whose simple timeless advice can teach all of us some...Full Post -
The Truth About Nasal Irrigation
On Jan 30
This is the peak time for nasal congestion from colds, and many wonder if they should be rinsing their nose with salt water. The answer is yes and most ear nose and throat doctors are strong believers in it.
Why should you rinse? Rinsing out your nose with salt water (saline rinses) is also called...Full Post
