Health Updates & News
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Understanding Melanoma
Skin cancers are by far the most common of all cancers. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that occurs when melanocytes start to grow out of control. Melanoma accounts for about 1% of skin cancers but causes a large majority of skin cancer deaths. While melanoma is much less common than some other kinds […]
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Sun Safety Tips
The majority of skin cancers are caused by over-exposure to UV (ultraviolet) rays. While most UV exposure comes from being exposed to the sun, it can also come from some man-made sources like sun lamps, and tanning beds. People who get a lot of sun and are overexposed to ultraviolet rays are at greater risk […]
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Viral Hepatitis Facts for Gay and Bisexual Men
Viral hepatitis is a disease that affects the liver most commonly caused by one of three types of viruses: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. According to the CDC, among young adults, an estimated 10% of new Hep-A cases and 20% of new Hep-B cases occur in gay or bisexual men. If involved in […]
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June is Men’s Health Month
In June we join in celebrating Men’s Health Month, a national observance aimed at raising awareness about men’s healthcare and wellness. According to the CDC, men die at higher rates from the 3 leading causes of death in the United States (heart disease, cancer, & accidental injury), and on average men die 5 years earlier […]
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Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby – Good Nutrition during Pregnancy
While a well-balanced healthy diet is always beneficial, it’s especially important during pregnancy. Not only is good nutrition during pregnancy essential for your baby it can also help to ease some of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea and constipation. Benefits of a Healthy Diet for Mom and Baby Appropriate Weight Gain – Most […]
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May is Stroke Awareness Month
Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and #1 cause of disability in the U.S. Stroke occurs when a blood vessel to the brain or within the brain is either blocked by a clot or ruptures. When it happens, part of the brain doesn’t get the blood and oxygen it needs causing cells to […]
