Health Articles

Minimally-invasive spine surgery (MISS) uses advanced technology and innovative techniques to treat symptoms caused by a variety of spinal disorders. Some of the spinal conditions MISS can t..

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What is VBAC? VBAC stands for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean. If you’ve previously delivered with a cesarean section, and you want to give birth again, there are two options: a scheduled deli..

When should I first start caring for my baby’s teeth? It’s never too early to start good dental hygiene for your baby. Gently clean your child’s gums with a damp piece of small gauze afte..

Dayi HU, Director of Cardiovascular Center, Cardiologist

Heart disease is one of the most feared diseases worldwide—if not discovered and treated early, a few seconds could turn a dormant condition into a dangerous killer. Thanks to ever-evolving..

Rongrong QIAN, Section Chief of Cardiology, Senior Cardiologist

According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, CVD and stroke continue to be among the top causes of death worldwide. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is the most common ..

As careful as we try to be, accidents happen. Everyone gets a few scratches and bruises. Are you and your family prepared to deliver first aid if necessary? Depending on where you are when a..

Whether it is preventing H7N9 avian flu, other viruses, or just the common cold, frequent handwashing is often your best defense against any number of potentially dangerous infections. Pleas..

The weather is warmer and trees are in bloom. Spring is upon us.  But for many of us, spring also means allergies: runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing and more. Luckily there are steps you can..

Medical imaging diagnostics is a specialized field of medicine. It uses a variety of advanced technical means to form an image of the human body, allowing doctors the information they need t..

Xin YUE, Internal Medicine Physician, Associate Chief Physician

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease related to the hormone that regulates blood sugar in the body, insulin. When the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body cannot effectivel..