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Polyps

Polyps are abnormal growths of tissue that can occur in different places including your colon, nose, ear, throat, and stomach…

Shortness of Breath

Shortness of breath happens when you cannot get enough air into your lungs. It can be caused by asthma, lung…

A crying elderly woman with cancer is comforted by a caretaker. Pancreatic cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the pancreas. It is difficult to detect early, making treatment tough at later stages.

What is pancreatic cancer? Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form on your pancreas. Your pancreas is an organ. It is located behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces juices that break down food and control blood…

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Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means that you can’t always control when you urinate.

Reye’s Syndrome

Reye’s syndrome is a rare but serious illness common in children recovering from a virus and taking aspirin. It can…

Effects of Early Sun Exposure

There is a direct link between sun exposure and most skin cancers. The ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight are invisible…

Accessing Your Community’s Social Services

Sometimes, life’s challenges force us to seek help. Whether it’s illness, joblessness, homelessness, or natural disasters, social service agencies can…

Kids and Bullying

Bullying, whether in person or online, is all too common in school-aged children. It’s important to know how to recognize…

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Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean diet can help you to lose or maintain weight and also helps to manage blood pressure, blood sugar,…

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Lifestyle Changes to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure

Lowing high blood pressure is possible with small lifestyle changes.

Kegel Exercises for Your Pelvic Muscles

Kegel exercises strengthen the muscles under the uterus, bladder, and bowel (large intestine).

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Joint and Soft Tissue Injections

A joint or soft tissue injection is a shot in either a joint, like your knee, or a soft tissue…

Protecting Your Skin From the Sun

Many people enjoy being outside. It’s fun to go to the park, work in the yard, or exercise outside. While those are all good things, make sure you keep your skin safe from the sun while you’re outside. Path to improved health…