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Orbicare’s Summer Tips: Sun & Hydration

With summer in full force and winter as a distant memory, everyone will be heading outdoors to enjoy the beautiful weather! This means it is time to prepare for the countless hours you will be enjoying under the powerful rays … Continue reading

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Australians Undergoing Surgery For Weight Loss Triples In Five Years

More proof that the ever-growing presence of obesity and using bariatric surgery as a solution is reaching all around the world is depicted in a new article published by TheAdvertiser.com out of Australia. The Obesity Surgery Society says the issue … Continue reading

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FDA Approves 3rd Silicone-Gel Breast Implant

Exciting news in the world of breast augmentation as Health Day News reports a new, silicone-gel breast implant has received conditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This new implant is designed to be used for breast augmentation … Continue reading

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Study Reveals Nine Out of Ten Medical Travel Patients Would Do It Again

A new, major study released on PR.com reveals the latest trends in travelling abroad for medical treatment, be it for health-related, dental, infertility, obesity or cosmetic treatment or surgery. More than 1,000 patients took part in the study, the largest … Continue reading

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Mitral Valve Leak Repair During Heart Bypass Found Beneficial For Moderate Cases

USNews.com reports that using heart bypass operations as a remedy to fix even mild to moderate cases of leaky mitral valves is beneficial. A new study discusses that while surgeons typically have repaired only severely leaking mitral valves during bypass … Continue reading

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New York’s United Memorial Medical Center To Host Diabetes Awareness Event

In an effort to raise awareness on the dangers and health risks associated with diabetes, the United Memorial Medical Center will host a community education event called Diabetes Alert! The event will be held on April 17, 2012. Everyone is … Continue reading

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High-Fat Food Linked To Inflammation In Type 2 Diabetics

A new study posted by US News & World Report, has found that high-fat meals may actually boost inflammation in people with Type 2 Diabetes. The danger is noted that such inflammation is associated with many diabetes-related complications, such as … Continue reading

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New Band Aid Laser Technique Offers Better Results, Less Downtime

The site Healthcareglobal.com is reporting an exciting new innovation in facial rejuvenation. For those patients seeking firmer more youthful skin with less downtime post surgery, there is now a new option available. Atlanta board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John LeRoy has … Continue reading

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American Diabetes Association Announces Scientific Sessions For June 2012

Keeping a strong focus on finding a cure for diabetes, the American Diabetes Association announced that its Scientific Sessions will be holding their 72nd conference June 8-12 in Philadelphia, PA. According to a Newswire press release, more than 13,000 scientists, … Continue reading

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Costa Rica Ranks High As Medical Tourism Destination

With growing health care costs in the United States over recent years, more and more patients are opting to investigate and utilize the possibilities and benefits offered by medical tourism. Orbicare’s strong presence in Costa Rica allows for our patients … Continue reading

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