Tag: Preventative Health

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  June 21, 2022

  When is Watchful Waiting Appropriate for Prostate Cancer Patients?

  For some older patients with prostate cancer, active treatment isn’t always the best option for their health. Instead, watchful waiting could be the right choice.
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  June 20, 2022

  Signs of Aging You Shouldn’t Ignore

  Symptoms that prohibit the way you function shouldn’t just be expected as you grow older. Know the healthy and not-so-healthy signs of aging.
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  June 14, 2022

  Eight Skin Symptoms You Should
  Never Ignore

  A dermatologist and medical oncologist recommend self-skin checks and keeping an eye on these unexpected symptoms that could indicate cancer, infection or other issues.
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  May 27, 2022

  Intermittent Fasting and Insulin Resistance: Benefits beyond Weight Loss

  While intermittent fasting is a common weight loss tool, its benefits also expand to treating insulin resistance in patients with diabetes, pre-diabetes and other conditions.
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  May 25, 2022

  Are We Still in a Pandemic? Adjusting to the New COVID Normal

  Among fluctuating COVID cases, ever-evolving variants and unclear masking policies, here’s what you need to know about where the pandemic stands.
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  May 23, 2022

  Time is Brain: Why It’s Important to Get Treated for Stroke ASAP

  Knowing the telltale signs of a stroke is critical to getting immediate medical attention. Read on to understand what happens during a stroke and lifesaving treatment options.
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  May 17, 2022

  Head & Neck Cancers: A How-to and Why You Should Do a Self-Exam Guide

  Catching cancer early often starts at home. Here’s what may increase your risk for head or neck cancer and the early warning signs you can look for.
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  May 16, 2022

  In Case of an Emergency: ER Wait Times Explained and More

  If you’re ever waiting in the emergency room, the triage process and how emergencies are handled may feel disconnected or even unorganized, but all is not as it may appear.
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  May 10, 2022

  Podcast: Should You Be Worried About Fatty Liver Disease?

  The disease may lead to a liver transplant, but can also be reversed with healthy lifestyle choices.
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  May 5, 2022

  How COVID Can Affect Your Heart Health

  The effects of COVID on your heart are widespread, and can happen to anyone—from those with severe illness to those with no initial symptoms at all.
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  April 26, 2022

  Easy Ways to Improve Vaginal Health

  A Jefferson nurse midwife weighs in with tips she offers her patients to keep their vagina healthy and happy, from foods to eat to safe sex practices.