Dr. Natalia Andrea Velasquez PSY.D.

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• Weight Loss Surgery Can Motivate an Entire Household to Get Fit

  According to a new study published in. Archives of Surgery, family members of people who had weight loss surgery adopted healthier lifestyle and eating habits. All the members in the family were active for over a year after the surgery, and overweight members in the family lost an average of 8...

• Vitamin E and Fatty Acid Supplements May Alleviate Period Cramps

  A new study published in the journal, Reproductive Health, has shown that supplements containing vitamin E and essential fatty acids may relieve the symptoms caused by menstruation. In this study, 120 women with PMS or the more severe premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), were divided into two...

• Is Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath) a Warning Sign of a Serious Condition?

  Breathing is a critical function of life, and anything that obstructs this function can be extremely difficult to deal with. There are several conditions that can cause alterations in our breathing pattern.Dyspnea, or shortness of breath, is one such condition. Shortness of breath has many causes...

• Know the Symptoms of Cervical Cancer

  Cervical cancer gradually develops when the healthy cells lining the cervix change and grow out of control. These changes lead to the formation of a mass, which is called a tumor. The tumor can either be benign (a tumor that is harmless) or malignant (cancerous and spreads to other parts of the...

• Diagnosing COPD

  If you have symptoms that are likely to be of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), visit your doctor as soon as possible. You can receive a proper diagnosis if you have COPD after several breathing tests have been administered.Early detection of COPD is essential for those who may be at...

• The Different Types of Arthritis

  Arthritis is considered to be a big family of conditions which has over a hundred sub-types.  Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis as the most common. Recognizing the symptoms and seeking treatment from a qualified healthcare provider is the first step in dealing with your diagnosis.Types of...