Bariatric surgery is a procedure in which the stomach and the intestines are altered in order to help the patient manage their diet better and lose weight more effectively. This procedure has risen in popularity during the last decade, and it is considered highly successful when performed on qualified patients. Los Angeles County residents who…
When it comes to funding and research for diseases, it is important to raise awareness. If people do not know about the causes of a particular disease or how they can prevent the onset of the disease, they will not feel compelled to raise money for a cure. It was about 15 years ago that…
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic illnesses in the country, specifically Type 2 diabetes. However, many people in San Dimas and throughout Los Angeles County do not realize that this disease is preventable. The onset of Type 2 diabetes is slow, leaving many people to believe that there are not symptoms associated with…
Diabetes is a prevalent problem in society today, and many Los Angeles County residents are at risk for developing this disease. In fact, recent data shows that one in four Americans actually are experiencing the warning signs of diabetes, and they may not even be aware of this fact. Medical experts note that people who…