Dr. Jennifer Delia Heffernan MD

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• Is Bacterial Meningitis Serious? Know the Symptoms of Meningitis

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• Is Osteoporosis Preventable?

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• What Does "Senile" Mean?

  What is senile?Senile is the term used to describe an individual who experiences senility due to old age. The word "senility" means the state of both physical and mental decline associated with old age. Senility is commonly seen among the elderly. The concept of senility is also commonly compared to...

• What You Need to Know About Osteoporosis

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• What Causes Dehydration?

  Humans have approximately 60 percent of water in the body. Even if 1.5-2 percent of that water is lost, mild dehydration will start, which can lead to severe dehydration requiring immediate medical attention. Because your mood, energy level, and coordination deteriorate with the loss of body fluids,...