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  The swelling of the feet, legs, and ankles is also known as peripheral edema. This refers to a condition where there is an excessive accumulation of fluid in these parts of the body. It is not a painful condition unless the underlying cause for it is an injury to that area. However, it is a very...

• What a Start-Up is Doing to Transform Alzheimer's Care

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• Gentle Exercises and Massages to Ease the Pain for Fibromyalgia Patients

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• Pneumonia: Visiting a Lung Specialist

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• The Financial Burden of Alzheimer's for Caregivers

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