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Eating fresh vegetables - like the ones pictured here -  are a power food that can help Latinos protect their brains against dementia.

Yummy foods that also help your brain

Consider this scary statistic. A 2010 Alzheimer’s association study predicts that Latinos with Alzheimer’s and other dementias could increase by 600% to up … Read More

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You may have Hepatitis C and not know it

Nothing catches my attention more than when the CDC makes a sweeping recommendation for screening as it recently did for Hepatitis C, a serious and often silent … Read More

Epilepsy is very common, but it can also be deadly. Here are some things you need to know.

10 things you should know about Epilepsy

As a neurologist with specialty training in this field, I have been devoted to helping the plight of individuals with epilepsy find better treatments, advocate … Read More

Dyslexia is a treatable learning disability, but the key is to recognize the signs and seek help for your child.

8 things to know about dyslexia

My parents instilled in me the value of education in providing opportunities in life.  As a doctor, preventing and solving medical problems that can disrupt … Read More

Getting sick in an airplane is never fun, but here are some tips to make sure things go smoothly during your flight.

6 tips on preventing an in-flight emergency

At this time of year with so many of us boarding planes to see family, friends, and others as part of our yearly holiday pilgrimage, there is nothing worse than … Read More

Many people suffer from insomnia but there are tips to help battle the condition. 
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Need more sleep? Helpful tips to battle insomnia

Although insomnia presents any time of the year, many of us experience the trio of fatigue, stress, and an inability to sleep during the holiday season. … Read More