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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.

Understanding Sepsis

December 20, 2018

What are the causes and symptoms?

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 ...

Preventing Teens From Driving While Distracted

December 17, 2018

How can you keep your teen safe once they get behind the steering wheel? Foremost among the rules and guidelines you set for your teen is to ...

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.

Electrophysiology (EPS) Exam: What Is It and Why...

December 14, 2018

A way to find problems with your heart.

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...

Watch Your Step: Preventing Falls this Winter ...

December 12, 2018

Important tips for when the temperature dips.

Sports Eye Safety

December 12, 2018

The right gear can protect your sight!

Watch Your Step: Preventing Falls this Winter ...

December 12, 2018

Important tips for when the temperature dips.

tags: falls , safety , winter

What is the Difference Between an ER and a Trauma...

December 12, 2018

To get the best possible care, it is important to know before you go.

Preventing Teens From Driving While Distracted

December 11, 2018

Ways to help keep your new driver safe.

tags: driving , driving distracted , teens

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...

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...

Know the Signs and Symptoms of Lung Cancer

November 19, 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 ...

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...

Lung Cancer Risk Factors You Can Control

November 12, 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...

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.

What is Lung Cancer?

November 5, 2018

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

Tales from the ER: 6 real life Halloween horror...

October 31, 2018

Your neighbor's Halloween decorations likely won't spook you to death, but real — and, for the most part, preventable — dangers do lurk during...

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.

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?

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?

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.

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.

3 Ways ConforMIS Total Knee Replacement is Giving...

October 23, 2018

If you are experiencing increasing pain and stiffness either from progressive arthritis, trauma, or other rare destructive diseases of the joint...

How To Avoid a Ghoulish Trip to the ER This Halloween

October 18, 2018

Safety Tips to Make It A Boo-tiful Halloween For Your Little Monsters.

Mammograms: What to Expect

October 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...

How Alcohol Abuse Affects Your Heart Health

October 5, 2018

Be aware of the risks before having a drink.

Understanding Sepsis

October 5, 2018

What are the causes and symptoms?

tags: bacteremia , bacterial infection , sepsis , septicemia

Recognizing and Treating Post Traumatic Stress...

October 5, 2018

It can affect anyone.

What is Breast Cancer?

October 1, 2018

Breast cancer starts in the breasts, but can spread to other parts of your body if it isn’t caught at an early stage.

Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines

October 1, 2018

It’s important to know the proactive steps you can take to keep your body healthy. Cancer screening is a crucial part of maintaining your body's...

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

Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines

September 17, 2018

Cancer screening is a crucial part of maintaining your body's health. Regular screenings can detect cancer at early stages which, in turn, may...

The Menopause and Heart Disease Link

September 14, 2018

When most women think about menopause, they think about symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings and weight gain. However, there's another, more...

Prostate Cancer FAQs

September 10, 2018

Considering that cancer is a leading cause of death among men – and that women are 100 percent more likely than men to visit their doctor for...

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 , oncology , risk factors for colorectal cancer

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

Your (faster and less painful) Recovery Guide ...

August 22, 2018

“This is not your grandparent’s surgery!”

Attention weekend warriors, that Ibuprofen might...

August 22, 2018

The research indicates that ibuprofen disrupts reproductive hormones in healthy young men and speculates that there may be a greater risk to ...

Heart-Healthy Summer Foods

August 21, 2018

Choosing foods that are healthy for your heart is the key to looking and feeling your best. Here are a few heart-healthy tips for your next cookout...

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

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 cancer , cancer , lumpectomy , mammograms , mastectomy , oncology

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...

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

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 , mammogram , oncology

Preventing Colon Cancer: Making Cancer Screenings...

August 20, 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

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 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 , oncology

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 awareness month , cancer , oncology

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 , cardiology , cardiovascular health , cholesterol , hdl , heart attack , heart health , high cholesterol , 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 , 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

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

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 , oncology

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

The Difference Between Heart Attacks, Cardiac ...

August 1, 2018

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

What to Know About Updated Stroke Treatment Guidelines

July 2, 2018

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

High Cholesterol: What You Should Know

June 25, 2018

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

What Types of Mental Illness May Lead to Suicide?

June 11, 2018

The key is recognizing the signs and seeking immediate help.

Is Your Child's Backpack too Heavy?

June 11, 2018

A bulging backpack may seem like a sign of a studious adolescent, but a bag loaded with too many textbooks can be an indicator of back, neck,...

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...

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...

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

Heart-Healthy Summer Foods

June 5, 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

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 , stroke , stroke symptoms , stroke treatment guidelines

Greg's Heart Attack Recovery Story

June 1, 2018

Parham Doctors' Hospital's Rehab Team gave me a second chance at life. I am eternally grateful.

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

March 1, 2018

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

Don't be this baby shower gifter

January 15, 2018

Whether you’re a guest at a baby shower or a new parent putting together a registry, finding the perfect item takes a lot of research and patience...

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 , appendicitis , 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...

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.

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