by Nicholas Sasson, MD | Jul 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
So, how does the brain work exactly? This may sound like a loaded question, but there’s a way to break it down. One of the common analogies that people make to the brain is that it works like a computer. Information goes in and then gets processed, resulting in a wide...
by Nicholas Sasson, MD | Jun 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Who doesn’t love indulging in an order of fries or a slice of cake from time to time? While the occasional treat won’t kill you, we know that we need to limit these foods to keep our bodies healthy. Well, it turns out that limiting junk food can also be good for our...
by Nicholas Sasson, MD | May 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Do you line up every winter to get your flu shot? Some people feel better getting their vaccinations and taking antibiotics while others have their reservations. There’s merit to both sides, as antibiotics could be causing bacteria to get stronger and more...
by Nicholas Sasson, MD | Apr 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
Most of us have heard of gene mutations, but what exactly does a gene mutation mean? Genes are components of DNA, and they follow a specific sequence. When that sequence is disrupted, it results in a gene mutation. Let’s take a closer look at how this happens. Changes...
by Nicholas Sasson, MD | Mar 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s time to get up close and personal with your blood. Well, not really, but it’s important to understand the basic components that make up our blood. One of those components is white blood cells, which are also called leukocytes. Team Defense You could think of...
