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In order for a wound to heal efficiently, the skin has a sophisticated reparative process that must occur. In the majority of patients with chronic wounds, there are cellular deficiencies, or unhealthy cells, that can impact or stall this normal healing process.

The majority of wounds are stuck in what’s called the “inflammation” phase. This means there are non-viable tissues that are blocking the normal delivery of reparative and regenerative cells, like growth factors and enzymes to the site, as well as the white blood cells necessary to destroy bacteria and prevent infection. In order to move this process along, healthy skin containing all of the necessary components must be added.

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Four of the Best Ways to Avoid Stress

Stress can come from a lot of things. There are emotional and behavioral consequences of stress, and it can be difficult to perform your daily routines. These can range from anxiety, depression, fatigue, becoming aggressive, unmotivated, or difficulty concentrating. If this sounds like you, then you might be wondering how you can avoid stress? Well […]

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Access Health Highlights: Eating Disorder Awareness

Eating disorders are a serious health condition that affects both your physical and mental health. About nine percent of Americans will experience an eating disorder at some point in their life. That is approximately 28.8 million Americans. These conditions include problems in how you think about food, eating, weight, shape, and your eating behaviors. The symptoms can […]

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Access Health Highlights: Brain Tumor Awareness

For Brain Tumor Awareness Month in March, we decided to raise awareness and educate people on brain tumors. What is a Brain Tumor? A brain tumor is a growth of cells in the brain or near it. Nearby locations can include nerves, the pituitary gland, the pineal gland, and the membranes that cover the surface of the brain. Brian […]

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