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When you think about cancer, what do you imagine? Possibly body parts such as the lung, the breast, or the brain. Do you know your feet are also vulnerable? Skin cancer of the foot can be just as serious as anywhere else on the body. July is UV Safety Awareness Month, and Cook County podiatrist Dr….

It’s officially summer, and that means that men, women, and kids of all ages are putting away their everyday sneakers and closed-toe shoes in favor of easy, breezy sandals. Are you among them? Sandals are comfortable and fun to wear, but it’s important to make smart choices when selecting your next pair. Cook County podiatrist Dr….

If you’re still struggling to figure out what to get Dad for Father’s Day, Cook County podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos has an idea for you: Give him something that will keep him feeling great from head to toe. Start with Dad’s head: emotional wellness improves with exercise and exposure to nature. Invite Dad out for a…

Are you enjoying the warm weather with an increase in outdoor activities? So many local families are heading outside to enjoy hiking, running, and team sports. Unfortunately, that increase in activity can also include an increase in foot and ankle injury and illness. Cook County podiatrist Stavros O. Alexopoulos, DPM, has some suggestions to reduce your risk:…

In America, Men’s Health Month is in June. Doctors and patients from coast to coast are taking advantage of the opportunity to pause and check-in with each other. It includes Cook County podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos. As you prepare to schedule 2021 health care appointments for yourself or a man you care about, here are…

The World Health Organization has designated May 31st as World No Tobacco Day. Surely you’re aware cigarettes and other forms of tobacco use, including chewing tobacco and smoking cigars and pipes, can lead to a wide range of illnesses and even death. Quitting is hard, but help is available in the form of new medications…

May is Women’s Health Month, and many women take advantage of the opportunity as a reminder to schedule appointments with various medical specialists – gynecologist, dermatologist, ophthalmologist or optometrist, and more. Are you one of them? Good for you! How Often Should I See a Podiatrist? Preventative care is essential to good health. When you…

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and it’s a great opportunity to make sure you know all you should about this painful condition. Are you aware of these ten facts about arthritis and your feet that Cook Country podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos thinks you should know? “Arthritis” is a catch-all term that refers to degenerative disease affecting joint health….

The World Health Organization and its partners have designated May 5 as Global Hand Hygiene Day. That means the scientists and advocates at WHO believe hand washing is at the very center of disease prevention. Cook County podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos agrees. Clean hands can help keep your feet and ankles healthy, too! How Can Hand…

Every week, Cook County podiatrist Stavros O. Alexopoulos, DPM, provides patients with diabetes the specialized care they need to stay healthy. Men and women over 45, especially those who are overweight or obese or who have a family history of the illness, are at risk. Do you have diabetes? If so, your foot health is on the…