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The role of the podiatrist
October 10, 2023
The role of the podiatrist
International Podiatry Day (IPD) is observed annually to increase awareness of the importance of foot health and podiatry with the general public, other health professions, and government health officials. IPD focuses on the impact and consequences of foot and ankle ailments and the contributions of podiatrist to promote foot health and treat foot diseases. It's ...
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October 10, 2023
Award-winning podiatrist opens Bahamas 1st fully certified medi-pedi spa Surprising interest from men seeking safe foot care
They carry us every step of the way in our lives, yet we rarely stop to appreciate them and when it comes to care, the truth is they often come last.
February 13, 2018
If you are having heel pain it's time to visit the podiatrist
Heel pain is one of the most common foot complaints seen by the podiatrist. It can easily stop and derail your exercise and weight loss program. Plantar fasciitis (fashee-EYE-tiss) is the most common cause of pain on the bottom of the heel. Approximately two million [...]
April 13, 2015
Wife of murdered millionaire podiatrist must wait for bail hearing
THE Australian wife of murdered millionaire podiatrist Phillip Vasyli will remain in jail for a little longer until her lawyers are prepared to argue her bail application before the country's second highest court.
Transforming Foot Care Through Foot Fest 2024
March 06, 2024
Transforming Foot Care Through Foot Fest 2024
The Ministry of Health & Wellness Bahamas, in partnership with Barry University announced the official launch of “Foot Fest 2024”, a transformative health and wellness event focused on foot care. This free podiatry event which began on Sunday, March 3 in New Providence continues until Friday March 8, and will also extend its free services to the Grand Bahama community on Wednesday, March 6, 20...
Effects of smoking on feet
September 26, 2023
Effects of smoking on feet
Smoking cigarettes has long been known to have detrimental health effects on the body, contributing to heart disease, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), lung cancer and early death. Smoking can also have many lesser known but just as deadly health effects on the feet. The feet are the part of the body that is farthest ...
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White Socks and Peripheral Arterial Disease PAD
September 05, 2023
White Socks and Peripheral Arterial Disease PAD
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a common problem that affects almost 10 percent of the population. It is estimated that one in every 20 adults over the age of 50 has PAD. It is when blood vessels begin to narrow leading to decreased blood flow to the lower legs and feet.
Chemotherapy on your toenails
August 22, 2023
Chemotherapy on your toenails
Many people are aware of the skin and hair changes that come with cancer treatment. But it's also common for your nails to be affected. Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other cancer treatments can affect the strength, color, and shape of your nails. Chemotherapy works by attacking fast growing cells of the cancer but it can also ...
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April 25, 2017
Venous insufficiency occurs when blood does not flow properly
Venous insufficiency is a condition where the flow of blood through the veins is inadequate, causing blood to pool in the legs. Remember, your arteries carry blood from your heart out to the rest of your body, like your legs. Your veins collect this blood and carry it back to the heart to be pumped again. One-way valves in the veins stop the blood from flowing backward. When the veins have trouble...
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