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11/05/2025

is one of the most common brain disorders, with up to 5 million Americans affected.

State of the art surgical techniques like (DBS) are offering new hope to patients whose cannot be controlled with medication.

Learn more about DBS and other surgical options here: https://bit.ly/4q0h6Om

11/04/2025

Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming—the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty can feel unbearable. If you're facing this situation, you might be wondering, “Should I have both breasts removed to prevent cancer from coming back?”

You’re not alone in considering this option. An increasing number of women who are younger than 40 at the time of diagnosis are choosing to have a double mastectomy—a surgical procedure to have both breasts removed—even if they have early-stage cancer in just one breast.

But is double mastectomy always the right choice? Let’s explore what medical experts want you to know.

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11/03/2025

It’s Medical Vocabulary Monday!

This week’s term is diabetic retinopathy.

This condition affects the blood vessels in the retina (the light-sensitive part of the eye), and is a common complication of diabetes.

Symptoms of diabetic retinopathy can include:
👁️ Blurred or distorted vision
👁️ Dark spots or “floaters” in your vision
👁️ Difficulty seeing at night

If left untreated, diabetic retinopathy can lead to:
⚠️ Vision loss
⚠️ Retinal detachment
⚠️ Blindness

The key to managing diabetic retinopathy? Early detection and intervention! Regular eye exams and controlling blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol can help prevent or slow its progression.

If you have diabetes, make sure to schedule routine eye check-ups and talk to your doctor about protecting your vision.

What other medical terms are you curious about? Drop them in the comments, and we may feature them in a future post!

10/31/2025

Don’t miss a trick while you’re out looking for treats this Halloween!

Here are some tips for enjoying the spooky fun without any health scares:

-Always trick-or-treat in groups.
-Avoid costume eye drops that can damage vision.
-Check your kids’ candy to avoid tampering or accidental poisoning.
-Carefully watch children to avoid choking.
-Learn proper choking first aid for children and babies.
-Try bright or reflective costumes, and be careful of road traffic.

You can learn more about Halloween choking hazards: https://bit.ly/47lk5ty

10/29/2025

When you visit your doctor or pharmacy for the each year, do you know what the is actually doing inside your body?

YM’s Dr. Onyema Ogbuagu shares how the flu shot works to create an immune response inside your body, and why you might not feel one hundred percent the next day.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/470zBtm

10/28/2025

When experience depression, the adults aren’t the only ones affected.

can impact many parenting activities and limit a ’s social network, increasing the risks of some lifelong difficulties.

Yale Medicine and the Yale Child Study Center are increasing awareness of and screening for parental depression.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3KI5HCL

10/27/2025

It’s Medical Vocabulary Monday!

This week’s term is hyperglycemia.

Hyperglycemia is the medical term for high blood sugar, a condition that happens when there’s too much glucose in your bloodstream. It’s often linked to diabetes but can also occur in people without it.

Common symptoms include:
🍬 Increased thirst
🍬 Frequent urination
🍬 Fatigue
🍬 Blurred vision

If left untreated, hyperglycemia can lead to serious complications, such as:
⚠️ Nerve damage
⚠️ Kidney problems
⚠️ Cardiovascular disease

The good news? Hyperglycemia can often be managed with:
✅ A healthy diet
✅ Regular exercise
✅ Proper medication or insulin therapy

If you’re experiencing symptoms or have concerns about your blood sugar levels, talk to your doctor about testing and management strategies.

What other medical terms are you curious about? Drop them in the comments, and we may feature them in a future post!

10/24/2025

Health Tip: Follow Two Simple Rules for Better Sleep

Everyone experiences a night of tossing and turning once in a while, but if persistent sleep problems are causing problems with functioning during the day, you may be experiencing .

Follow these two rules to start improving your sleep now:
-The bed is for sleep only. Avoid scrolling social media, watching television, or other activities while in bed.
-Leave the bed if you’re not sleeping. Go somewhere else to do an activity until you are drowsy and then try again.

If you are still struggling to get a full night’s rest, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help.

Learn more about current treatments for insomnia here: https://bit.ly/3VZCoOt

10/23/2025

If you have a painful broken bone, crushing chest pain, sudden dizziness, trouble breathing, or any sign of heart attack or stroke, you should call an ambulance and go straight to the nearest hospital emergency department (ED). That’s a clear-cut emergency.

But what about a hacking cough, a sprained ankle, or a child’s fever? It’s not always obvious whether you should seek help at the emergency room or an urgent care center—and making the wrong choice can mean hours of waiting or a much higher bill.

Here‘s how to choose where to go: https://bit.ly/4nnCzy9

10/22/2025

The word “ ” might make you think of a swollen ankle or a sore throat. But doctors say inflammation has also been linked to serious illnesses like , ’s, and cardiovascular disease.

Yale Medicine’s Akiko Iwasaki, PhD, shares the difference between acute and chronic inflammation and the importance of maintaining the body’s homeostasis.

Watch more here: https://bit.ly/4ob0p16

10/21/2025

New technology allows Yale Medicine radiologists to view breast images in “slices,” improving detection of the earliest signs of .

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4mZ5qJh

10/20/2025

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85 Poheganut Drive
Groton, CT
06340

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Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Website

https://www.yalemedicine.org/departments/vascular-and-endovascular-surgery/

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