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3 Reasons to Schedule Your Mammogram Today

October 2, 2018

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General Health

According to the American Cancer Society, women in the United States have a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer at some point in their lives. Although this statistic may sound scary, having a regular mammogram can help your doctor detect breast cancer in its earliest stages — when it is most treatable, and […]

Identifying Signs of Skin Cancer

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September 20, 2018

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These days, just about everyone knows about the importance of protecting their skin from exposure to ultraviolet light to lower the risk of developing skin cancer. But how do you identify signs of skin cancer? And what symptoms should prompt a visit to your healthcare provider? Skin Cancer Risk Factors Knowing your skin cancer risk […]

Falls Prevention!

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September 10, 2018

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Falls Prevention Is Important Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls can be costly, both in quality of life and dollars. However, falling is not an inevitable part of the aging process. Through practical lifestyle […]

Is Prostate Cancer Screening Right for You?

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September 6, 2018

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Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men after skin cancer. Although prostate cancer can be serious, it is often treatable — especially when it is found early. The problem is that some men who have prostate cancer do not recognize the symptoms — or do not have any symptoms at all — […]

4 Reasons Well Child Checkups Are Still Important for Older Kids

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August 30, 2018

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When your child was an infant and toddler, you probably made frequent trips to the pediatrician’s office for well-child checkups. But although well-child checkups become less frequent as your child grows up, they are still important to your child’s health and well-being. Here are four reasons why well-child checkups are important — even for older […]

5 Things You Can Do to Keep Your Joints Healthy

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August 24, 2018

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Healthy joints can help you stay mobile as you age. Although you may not be able to completely prevent injury or avoid health conditions such as arthritis, there are some things you can do to safeguard your joints throughout your life. Here are a few steps you can take: Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight places […]

4 Things You Can Do to Lower Your Stroke Risk

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July 19, 2018

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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 795,000 Americans have a stroke each year. What’s more, 140,000 of those Americans – nearly 20 percent – die as a result of their strokes, and many stroke survivors develop long-term disabilities that cause problems with speech, movement, and their ability to think. […]

Breast cancer screening guidelines by age

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June 14, 2018

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There’s no doubt that having regular mammograms is the best way to detect breast cancer. However, you may be wondering when you should start having mammograms and how often you should have one. Talk to Your Doctor You should start by talking to your healthcare provider about when you should have a mammogram. When you should have […]

How much protein should you really be eating?

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June 4, 2018

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Nutrition

A macronutrient essential to the muscle-building process, protein molecules are made up of amino acids, several of which are considered “essential”. This means that they cannot be synthesized naturally and have to be sourced from your diet. Because protein not only helps us build muscle, but is also stored in tissue and bone and used […]

Do You Know the Signs of a Stroke?

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May 18, 2018

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When it comes to spotting the signs of stroke, seconds count. In fact, speedy stroke treatment can sometimes prevent serious, long-lasting damage that affects your ability to move, speak or think. Immediate stroke treatment could even save your life. What are the symptoms of a stroke? A stroke occurs when blood flow to […]

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3 Reasons to Schedule Your Mammogram Today

Identifying Signs of Skin Cancer

Falls Prevention!

Is Prostate Cancer Screening Right for You?

4 Reasons Well Child Checkups Are Still Important for Older Kids

5 Things You Can Do to Keep Your Joints Healthy

4 Things You Can Do to Lower Your Stroke Risk

Breast cancer screening guidelines by age

How much protein should you really be eating?

Do You Know the Signs of a Stroke?