Monthly Archives: January 2011

Dermatologist Explains New Spider Vein Treatment

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Rob (Last updated on February 21, 2013)

In this news segment, Dr. Neil Sadick (a dermatologist in Manhattan) explains the sclerotherapy procedure using the newly FDA approved drug Asclera. “”Asclera is a detergent solution called polydocenal. The detergent causes the vein to dissolve very rapidly,” Dr. Sadick … Continue reading →

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Study Estimates Economic Cost of Obesity at $300 Billion Per Year

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Rob (Last updated on February 21, 2013)

According to a recent study conducted by the Society of Actuaries, the estimated cost of overweight and obesity in North America is around $300 billion. The cost stems from increased medical costs, mortality, disability and decreased productivity. Evidence for the … Continue reading →

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