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What You Should Know About Skin Cancer
May 28, 2022

What You Should Know About Skin Cancer

Summertime always means hot weather, fun in the sun, swimming in a pool or at the beach, and many other outside activities. It should also mean a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to block harmful ultraviolet radiation coming from the sun. This radiation has been scientifically linked to increases in certain types of skin cancers.

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Endometriosis and Infertility: What it Means for Your Family
March 3, 2022

Endometriosis and Infertility: What it Means for Your Family

The term endometriosis may sound devastating to some. Secondhand stories from friends, sisters or aunts who have struggled with the pain and fertility issues associated with the disease can lead to unsettling thoughts around the future and what the diagnosis could mean for you. While infertility may be a symptom of endometriosis, there’s still... Read More

Screenings and check-ups keep our bodies healthy
June 20, 2022

Screenings and check-ups keep our bodies healthy

It’s too bad our bodies don’t have a “Check Engine Light” that tells us something is wrong with our health.

When the light comes on while driving, we know something isn’t working right and we need to take our car to an expert to fix it. Like our cars, our bodies need regular inspections and maintenance to keep performing at a h... Read More

For serious hernias, surgery may be the best treatment
June 13, 2022

For serious hernias, surgery may be the best treatment

A hernia occurs when a portion of an internal organ protrudes through a weak spot in your muscle, stomach wall or tissue. If the protrusion is small, you may not feel the lump at all or experience any symptoms. Larger protrusions are noticeable and may cause one or more symptoms.

Since a hernia won’t heal on its own, surgery may be the... Read More

Everything you Need to Know to Have a Fun, Safe Summer
June 13, 2022

Everything you Need to Know to Have a Fun, Safe Summer

The season for sun-lovers and fans of long days spent grilling out or going for a dip in the pool is here! Summer is a nostalgic season marked by fun, lighthearted activities and get-togethers, that usually take place outside, making it a great season for COVID-19-conscience gatherings, but the exposure to UV rays from the sun, along with ... Read More

Start the New Year with the Gift of Life – Donate Blood!
January 14, 2022

Start the New Year with the Gift of Life – Donate Blood!

You can help save someone’s life this year by donating blood. Nearly 30,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U.S. for transfusions, surgeries and other medical needs. There is a constant need for fresh donations, as blood products can only be stored for a limited time before they must be used or discarded.

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When should I take my child to see an ENT?
February 24, 2022

When should I take my child to see an ENT?

As all parents learn, getting sick is part of a child’s natural development of their immune system. Most of the time these illnesses are both normal and minor, such as a sore throat or runny nose due to a common cold that must run its course. Your pediatrician can easily manage the care of your child during these illnesses.

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Are Heart Palpitations Normal?
February 23, 2022

Are Heart Palpitations Normal?

This American Heart Month, we’re discussing heart palpitations. Because our hearts often quicken when we’re on a first date or if we get into a fender bender, it’s sometimes hard to know what’s a normal change in heart rate and rhythm and what’s a reason for concern. Follow along as we learn more about heart palpitations.

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Find Healthy Coping Mechanisms This Holiday Season
December 3, 2021

Find Healthy Coping Mechanisms This Holiday Season

The last few weeks of the year can feel like a blur between holiday parties, deadlines at work and seasonal events. That feeling is compounded for some who lean on substances as a coping mechanism. With all the chaos and emotions that surround the holidays, it’s not uncommon to want to tune out some of that noise but choosing healthy and susta... Read More

Parkinson’s Disease: What you Need to Know
April 6, 2022

Parkinson’s Disease: What you Need to Know

April is National Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, and we’re taking the opportunity to answer some FAQs from around the internet about Parkinson’s disease (PD). Keep reading to learn some helpful information about the disorder and how to care for loved ones who have been diagnosed with PD.

What is the most common cause of Park... Read More

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