Fort Memorial Hospital
611 Sherman Avenue East
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-5000 | La linea de mensajes: (920) 568-5001

Sort

As Prescribed Blog

Archives

Authors

As Prescribed Blog
Archives

Colonoscopies: What to Expect

Colonoscopies: What to Expect
Dr. Jonathan McLaughlin Dr. Jonathan McLaughlin March 30, 2023 0 Comments General Health

In our last article about colon screening, we talked about why regular colonoscopies are important. If you’re over 45, have symptoms, or are at above-average risk, it’s time to talk to your doctor about getting a colonoscopy. It’s natural to feel some uneasiness going into the procedure, especially if this is your first one. In […]

Read More

Colon Screening: What You Need to Know

Colon Screening: What You Need to Know
Dr. Jonathan McLaughlin Dr. Jonathan McLaughlin March 23, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Colorectal Cancer is the third deadliest cancer in the United States, despite being one of the most preventable. Once thought to almost exclusively affect people over fifty, colorectal cancer in younger populations is on the rise. In 2023, it is estimated that 1 in 8 patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer will be between 20 and […]

Read More

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention

Dr. Jonathan McLaughlin Dr. Jonathan McLaughlin September 30, 2022 0 Comments General Health

Treatment for breast cancer is ever improving, but there’s still the best chance of survival if caught early on. According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer sometime in their lives. There are a few things you can do to help early detection. Breast self-awareness: Conducting a breast self-exam […]

Read More