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Medical News

by Benjamin G. Newman, MD

Supplements for Osteoarthritis

Publish Date: Wed, Sep 10th, 2014

Osteoarthritis has a significant inflammatory component to it that can be treated with diet, proper foods, and supplements.  ... view article

Safe Alternatives for Pain

Publish Date: Sat, Sep 6th, 2014

The dangers of common anti-inflammatory agents vs alternative supplements and alternative medicines.  ... view article

Relieving Pain: Long-term use of common pills is dangerous

Publish Date: Thu, Aug 7th, 2014

Dr. Newman's article published in the Mount Desert Islander's Health Quarterly for Summer 2014.  ... view article

Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

Publish Date: Fri, Jun 1st, 2012

Even during the summertime in Maine, we all need to be aware of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.  ... view article

Proper Use of Herbs and Supplements

Publish Date: Wed, Sep 1st, 2010

Learn which herbs and supplements to use with caution due to their potential side effects.  ... view article

New Mammogram Recommendations

Publish Date: Wed, Nov 18th, 2009

Dr. Newman's viewpoint on the latest federal panel recommendation for women in their 40s.  ... view article