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            2019 resolutions

            December 31, 2018
            This list shows some of the most popular resolutions so you can see how your list compares to people across the country.

            tags: getting organized , new years resolutions , resolutions , weight loss

            All is calm: Stress busters for holiday hassles

            December 19, 2018
            We tackled the three biggest challenges – shopping, parties, and traditions – and rounded up Zen-inducing tips for those moments when stress ...

            tags: anxiety , depression , holiday stress , stress

            When old holiday traditions mean new holiday injuries

            December 17, 2018
            Can cherished holiday traditions lead to painful holiday injuries? ERs across the country report a seasonal spike throughout the holidays.

            tags: emergency room , er , holiday injuries

            Trauma Center: Treating Patients with Blunt Trauma...

            December 12, 2018
            In the United States, blunt trauma as the result of a car accident is 1 of the leading causes of death in children and adults under the age of...

            tags: blunt force trauma , blunt trauma injuries , trauma , trauma center

            5 holiday gifts that might land you in the ER

            December 3, 2018
            Tis the season for... danger? In all the excitement of the holidays, we might not see the hazards in popular holiday gifts. Check your list twice...

            tags: emergency room , er

            This Must Be A Mistake! Why Non-Smokers Get Lung...

            November 26, 2018
            The average age of someone diagnosed with lung cancer is 70, but a new group of young cancer victims has emerged—non-smokers under 40.

            4 ways Thanksgiving can put you in an ER

            November 22, 2018
            The holiday season has begun, family is on the way, and you’re in charge of the turkey! What could possibly go wrong? Between the travel, the...

            tags: emergency room , er , food safety , safety tips , thanksgiving

            Surviving Black Friday

            November 19, 2018
            For millions of Americans, Black Friday marks the height of the holiday season.

            The dangers of thirdhand smoke

            November 12, 2018
            Thirdhand smoke is residue that stays long after someone actively smokes in a home or enclosed area. And with time, these harmful remnants become...

            tags: secondhand smoke , smoking , thirdhand smoke

            Get outta town! Health-minded travel tips

            November 5, 2018
            Holiday trips can mean stress, hassle, and illness. Brush up on seasonal travel tips to arrive safe and sane.

            tags: healthy travel tips , holiday travel , travel tips

            Raise your Afib awareness and cut your risk

            October 29, 2018
            AFib is the most common type of arrhythmia, affecting up to 6.1 million people in the U.S.

            tags: afib , afib symptoms , atrial fibrillation , irregular heartbeat

            Fact or fiction: do ER visits increase during ...

            October 28, 2018
            You’ve heard the story before. But is it true? Do emergency room visits really increase when there’s a full moon?

            tags: emergency room , er

            The silent dangers of PAD

            October 26, 2018
            8.5 million Americans are affected by PAD, but many don't know they have it. Are you one of them?

            tags: pad , peripheral artery disease , symptoms

            Cold or flu?

            October 25, 2018
            Learn the ways to identify which illness you may or may not have, and a few tips for how to best combat each.

            tags: cold , flu , influenza , stomach flu

            How to avoid a heart attack when your team is ...

            October 25, 2018
            Have you ever watched your favorite team blow a lead and said, “You guys are killing me?" Well, you might not be far from the truth.

            tags: blood pressure , heart attack , heart disease , heart health

            What is Lung Cancer?

            August 23, 2018
            Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women ... but what exactly is lung cancer?

            tags: lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer treatment , oncology

            Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments of Colorectal...

            August 23, 2018
            Colorectal cancer is the third-most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and women in the U.S. each year.

            tags: colon cancer , colorectal cancer , colorectal cancer symptoms , colorectal cancer symptoms , oncology , risk factors for colorectal cancer

            Prostate Cancer FAQs

            August 21, 2018
            Very high risk – those with more than one first-degree relative who had prostate cancer before age 65.

            tags: oncology , prostate cancer , prostate cancer risk , prostate cancer screening , psa

            Heart-Healthy Summer Foods

            August 21, 2018
            Summer is a season of sun-soaked gatherings and grilling out. Amid all the cookouts and events, it can be tempting to help yourself to just one...

            tags: cardiology , heart attack , heart health

            Breast Cancer Myths Debunked

            August 21, 2018
            There is so much information about breast cancer online, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. We’ve called out some common myths here...

            tags: breast awareness month , breast awareness month , breast cancer , cancer , lumpectomy , mammograms , mammograms , mastectomy , oncology

            Preventing Colon Cancer: Making Cancer Screenings...

            August 21, 2018
            "If we can detect the polyps before they become abnormal, we can help to prevent the cancer altogether."

            tags: cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , fecal immunochemical test , oncology , rectal cancer

            Prostate Cancer Screenings Guidelines

            August 21, 2018
            Be sure to consult your physician on the best screening schedule for you.

            tags: oncology , prostate cancer , prostate cancer screening , prostate screening , psa

            All heart: little changes add up for a heart-healthy...

            August 21, 2018
            Losing weight is the best way to boost your heart health but extreme diets and lifestyle changes are often too much change to keep up long-term...

            tags: cardiology , heart disease , heart health , heart-healthy lifestyle

            Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer

            August 20, 2018
            Treatment is withheld until symptoms appear.

            tags: oncology , prostate cancer , prostate cancer screening , prostate screening , psa , treatment options for prostate cancer

            Mammograms 101

            August 20, 2018
            A screening mammogram is used to look for signs of breast cancer in women who don't have any symptoms, taking images from two different angles...

            tags: breast cancer , breast cancer treatment , breast cancer treatment , mammogram , oncology

            Mammograms What to Expect

            August 15, 2018
            Learn what to expect during a mammogram, including how to prepare, what is considered high risk and the difference between common breast screen...

            tags: breast cancer , breast cancer screening , breast mri , breast ultrasound , mammogram , mammogram , oncology

            Know the Signs and Symptoms of Lung Cancer

            August 15, 2018
            The earlier lung cancer is identified and treated, the better the odds of survival. Find out how to recognize the signs and symptoms of lung ...

            tags: lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer risk factors , lung cancer treatment , oncology , preventing lung cancer , secondhand smoke , smoking , tobacco

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            High Cholesterol: What You Should Know

            August 15, 2018
            Having high cholesterol can lead to serious health complications, including heart attack and stroke. Learn what cholesterol is, its causes, risk...

            tags: cardiac health , cardiac health , cardiology , cardiovascular health , cardiovascular health , cholesterol , cholesterol , hdl , hdl , heart attack , heart health , high cholesterol , high cholesterol , ldl , ldl , stroke

            The Difference Between Heart Attacks, Cardiac ...

            August 15, 2018
            The risk factors may be the same, but understanding the differences between a stroke, heart attack and cardiac arrest could mean the difference...

            tags: cardiac arrest , cardiac arrest , cardiology , heart attack , heart health , stroke

            Understanding Colorectal Cancer

            August 15, 2018
            Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed each year in the United States. Learn more about colon/rectal cancer and what you...

            tags: cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , colorectal screening , oncology , rectal cancer

            What is Breast Cancer?

            August 15, 2018
            A growth in your breast can be benign or malignant. Learn about the cancer stages and how to cope with cancer.

            tags: breast cancer , breast cancer , breast cancer awareness month , breast cancer awareness month , cancer , oncology

            What You Need To Know About Lung Cancer Screening

            August 14, 2018
            Lung cancer screenings are good ideas for individuals who may be at a high risk for developing lung cancer.

            tags: low-dose ct , lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer screening , lung cancer screening , oncology

            Colorectal Cancer Screening: Why Is It Important?

            August 14, 2018
            Colorectal cancer screening is important to ensure your body stays healthy and also to detect any concerning developments in your body.

            tags: cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , colorectal screening , oncology , rectal cancer

            Lung Cancer Risk Factors You Can Control

            August 13, 2018
            Lower your risk for developing lung cancer by not smoking, or quitting smoking if you already do; by avoiding exposure to secondhand smoke; and...

            tags: lung cancer , lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer risk factors , lung cancer treatment , lung cancer treatment , oncology , preventing lung cancer , secondhand smoke , secondhand smoke , smoking , smoking , tobacco , tobacco

            I'm Sad, Let's Eat!

            July 5, 2018
            Overhaul your diet. Reduce Stress. Pump it up. Get your Z’s!

            Supersized: The Do’s and Don’ts of Portion Control

            July 5, 2018
            Many people eat more calories than they need because they have a warped sense of what an appropriate portion size is for their particular nutritional...

            The Not-So-Sweet Side of Eating Too Much Sugar

            July 5, 2018
            Consuming too much sugar not only increases your odds of having health problems but, because sugary foods often take the place of healthy foods...

            Nutrition Fads: What Works and What Doesn’t

            July 5, 2018
            Healthy eating habits not only help lose excess weight, but also help reduce high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and excess body weight or...

            Practice Mindfulness to Take Control of Emotional...

            July 5, 2018
            This means paying attention to your body’s hunger cues and understanding if you really are hungry, or just eating out of boredom or stress.

            Healthy Weight, Healthy Heart

            July 4, 2018
            All activity in our bodies is fueled by calories, including physical activity and basic bodily functions. Excess weight gain occurs when the ...

            Manage Your Weight To Help Manage Joint Pain

            July 4, 2018
            According to rheumatology experts at the Mayo Clinic, “Every pound of excess weight exerts about 4 pounds of extra pressure on the knees. So,...

            What Types of Mental Illness May Lead to Suicide?

            June 11, 2018
            Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Every day...

            New Guidelines Recommend Colorectal Cancer Screening...

            June 8, 2018
            The American Cancer Society now recommends that adults who are at average risk of developing colorectal cancer should be screened for the disease...

            tags: cancer , cancer , colon cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , colorectal cancer , colorectal screening , oncology , oncology , rectal cancer , rectal cancer

            A Lucky Catch: Life-saving Treatment for Brain...

            June 8, 2018
            If you’re a baseball fan, you may remember the dramatic story of White Sox relief pitcher Danny Farquhar. In April, 31-year-old Farquar collapsed...

            New Study Finds Some Women With Breast Cancer ...

            June 8, 2018
            A landmark study presented at this year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting looked at a genetic test done on tumors in many early...

            What to Know About Updated Stroke Treatment Guidelines

            June 5, 2018
            This change in guidelines will allow emergency medical services (EMS) to treat almost every patient that has stroke symptoms as a candidate for...

            tags: fast , fast , stroke , stroke symptoms , stroke symptoms , stroke treatment guidelines , stroke treatment guidelines

            3 tips when bringing home a new baby

            February 12, 2018
            After bringing home your new baby, things are going to be different. Whether this is baby number one or baby number four, there are three things...

            tags: bringing home a new baby , newborn baby

            Maternity tour checklist: 15 questions answered

            February 2, 2018
            A labor and delivery tour allows you to see and hear things for yourself, get familiar with the hospital's layout, and get answers to put you...

            tags: birth plan , labor and delivery , labor and delivery tour , maternity tour

            Understanding the latest blood pressure guidelines

            February 1, 2018
            The latest evidence shows that high blood pressure, even at moderate levels, is harmful to your health, so prevention and earlier diagnosis are...

            Are Robots Taking Over Operating Rooms?

            January 22, 2018
            The first documented robot-assisted surgical procedure occurred in 1985 when a robotic arm was used to place a needle for a brain biopsy while...

            tags: advantages of robotic-assisted surgery , cancer biopsy , coronary artery bypass , hip replacement , robotic surgery

            Stressing over surgery

            January 19, 2018
            What are you afraid of? Surgical fears rank high with adults—leading to stress and avoidance. Here are 5 things you need to know to deal with...

            tags: surgery , surgical fears , tomophobia

            What is an appendectomy?

            January 2, 2018
            An appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix when an infection has made it inflamed or swollen. This infection, called appendicitis...

            tags: appendectomy , appendectomy , appendicitis , appendicitis , appendix , appendix

            The link between weight loss and reduced joint...

            January 1, 2018
            Achy knees. Arthritic ankles. Shoulders that sing when you lift the groceries. If you have joint pain and are looking for relief, weight loss...

            tags: joint pain , losing weight to reduce joint pain , reducing joint pain , weight loss

            7 sneaky fitness tips

            January 1, 2018
            Find just 20 minutes for moderate-to-intense aerobic exercise. But somehow the best of intentions always gets derailed.

            tags: aerobic exercise , exercise , fitness tips

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