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Appledore Medical Group implements telehealth ...

April 6, 2020

Appledore Medical Group is now offering telehealth visits for all specialties in all physician practices affiliated with our hospitals

New Drug Available for Cluster Headaches

June 14, 2019

When it comes to headaches, cluster headaches are considered among the worst. Relief is on the way.

Portsmouth Surgeon Says Women Battling Breast ...

November 6, 2018

Dr. Lauren Thompson empathizes with women who are concerned that a diagnosis of breast cancer could mean a dramatic change to their appearance...

I Have Breast Cancer - Now What

October 16, 2018

There are many options and things to consider after diagnosis.

4 Ways to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

October 9, 2018

There is no foolproof prevention for breast cancer, but the odds can be improved.

Nitrous Oxide for Pain Relief During Childbirth

September 10, 2018

Use of Nitrous Oxide during birth is becoming a more accepted form of pain management.

Preparing for a Colectomy

August 31, 2018

Dr. Morton shares tips to get ready for partial or total removal of the colon.

Links Between Obesity and Infertility

August 30, 2018

Bariatric surgery may help treat PCOS - one of the most common causes of infertility.

Losing Excess Belly Fat Could Lengthen Your Life

August 22, 2018

Belly (visceral) fat can be a dangerous health indicator - and it builds up quickly.

Metabolic Syndrome 101

August 21, 2018

Metabolic syndrome can be the underlying cause for many unhealthy conditions and diseases.

Health Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet

August 21, 2018

Does the "Mediterranean Diet" really lead to weight loss and overall better health?

How to Choose the Right Life Jacket

July 16, 2018

According to the Safe Boating Council, "almost 90% of boating fatalities are due to people not properly wearing a life jacket."

Matthew Robertson, MD, at Appledore Neurology ...

July 4, 2018

Matthew Robertson, MD, at Appledore Neurology Associates sits down with Seacoast Media's Karen Dandurant to discuss the newest FDA-approved drug...

Some Cancer Patients See Benefit from Immunotherapy

April 29, 2018

Worldwide, lung cancer causes over 1.69 million deaths each year.1 Recent advancements in cancer treatment, particularly in patients with a certain...

How Beneficial are Homeopathic Solutions for Menopause?

April 9, 2018

Menopause occurs when a woman has her last menstrual cycle and is no longer fertile. The biggest drawback to menopause is an unpredictable change...

Endometriosis: Symptoms and Treatment Options

March 29, 2018

Normally, endometrial tissue is found only inside the uterus. In endometriosis, endometrial-like tissue is found outside the uterus.

Are All Brain Tumors Cancerous?

March 27, 2018

To many, the mention of a brain tumor brings about a dire image, but a brain tumor does not always mean a cancer diagnosis. A tumor is a mass...

What Is Spinal Stenosis?

March 27, 2018

Stenosis is the narrowing of any tube-like structure in the body. Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal. The spinal canal is located...

Living with Parkinson's Disease

January 24, 2018

Learn what causes Parkinson's and how doctors treat it today.

Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) Infection...

January 18, 2018

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that “C. difficile caused almost half a million infections among patients in the United...

Preventing Escherichia coli (E. coli) Infections

January 4, 2018

An Escherichia coli (E. coli) infection is caused by bacteria found in the environment, foods, and intestines of people and animals. E. coli ...

Frostbite vs. Hypothermia

January 3, 2018

Know how to recognize the difference between Frostbite and Hypothermia.

Who Should Get the Flu Vaccine?

October 6, 2017

We’ve all heard the excuses before, but from a clinical standpoint there are many reasons why you and your loved ones should consider the influenza...

5 Health Risks Linked to Parkinson's Disease

August 2, 2017

You know about the tremors, but Parkinson’s is connected to lung problems, depression and more.

Brain Tumors and Glioblastoma

July 21, 2017

Glioblastoma is a malignant tumor of the brain, and unfortunately is also the most common brain tumor seen in the adult population.

How Much Salt Is Too Much?

June 26, 2017

Understanding the FDA's Sodium Intake Guidelines

Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke: How to Avoid ...

June 22, 2017

Heat exhaustion occurs when the body overheats after a person is overly active in hot temperatures.

Prediabetes

June 21, 2017

Prediabetes is a condition when blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to be considered diabetes...

Is Sleep Deprivation Impacting Your Health?

June 20, 2017

With an increasing number of work, family, and social obligations, many Americans feel as though they are burning the candle at both ends. Now...

Tick-Borne Powassan Virus On The Rise

June 12, 2017

Just in time for summer, cases of a rare tick-borne illness appear to be increasing. While Lyme disease has been on the radar for years and is...

Don't Just Sit There

June 6, 2017

Leading a sedentary lifestyle can lead to poor circulation and cardiovascular risk.

Vascular Surgeon Syed M. Peeran, MD Performs First...

October 28, 2016

Vascular Surgeon Syed M. Peeran, MD Performs First-ever Endoprosthesis on Seacoast at Portsmouth Regional Hospital

Appendicitis – What is it and why is it so dangerous?

April 7, 2016

The appendix is a small, tube-like vestigial organ that hangs from the large intestine, typically located in the right lower abdominal cavity...

Is Cardiomyopathy in Your Future?

February 3, 2016

Heart disease is a multi-faceted diagnosis that can involve the arteries, valves, the heart’s electrical system, or the actual muscle of the ...