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Dr. Santa has gift ideas for a healthier you

We asked several valley health professionals what, hypothetically speaking, they’d like to give to their patients during this holiday season to help them have a healthier 2015.

Are selfies fueling a plastic surgery boom?

Dental hygienist Jennifer Reynolds was always self-conscious about her looks, never took selfies and felt uncomfortable being tagged in photographs posted on social media. She had plastic surgery on her nose and now feels ready for prime time on social media.

 
Google spoon could steady tremors

Google is throwing its money, brain power and technology at the humble spoon. But these spoons (don’t call them spoogles) are a bit more than your basic utensil: Using hundreds of algorithms, they allow people with essential tremors and Parkinson’s disease to eat without spilling.

Pele’s health improving, remains in intensive care

Brazilian soccer legend Pelé’s health continued to improve on Saturday although he remained in an intensive care unit to allow doctors to monitor a urinary tract infection, his hospital said.

Special events target blood donors during holiday season

Blood drives started in the past two years are helping to address a need during the season of giving when people are stretched in so many directions they might think they don’t have time to donate blood.

Free HIV tests offered on World AIDS Day Monday

In the wake of a new report that the majority of people with HIV fail to properly control their condition, the Southern Nevada Health District will offer free HIV testing Monday at two Las Vegas locations.

How being thankful actually makes you healthier

As we prepare for turkey, trimmings and delectable desserts this week, let’s not forget the words of Edward Sanford Martin: “Thanksgiving Day comes, by statute, once a year; to the honest man it comes as frequently as the heart of gratitude will allow.”

Stress, depression often peak as Yuletide approaches

The holiday season can be a stressful and sad time for people rushing to fill demands or mourning a lost loved one. While these emotions can seem overwhelming, local therapists offer tips for coping with these powerful feelings.

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