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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer (colon cancer). This type of cancer affects the colon and rectum, which are parts of your digestive system. While often overshadowed by other cancers, colorectal cancer (CRC) is a serious public health concern. Since CRC is often preventable through early […]
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When stress hits hard, many of us eat more, and less-than-healthy comfort foods may be the treats we reach for first. But an unhealthy response to stress can be hard on your body, especially your heart. That’s why it’s smart to try to eat more foods that nourish. It’ll make your heart happier, and maybe […]
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What to Know for a Healthier Heart Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One in five deaths is due to heart disease, even though the disease is largely preventable.[1] Keeping your heart healthy starts with living a heart-healthy lifestyle. But first, you need to get smart about your heart. […]
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As we usher in January, a crisp month marked by fresh resolutions and crisp winter air, we also turn our attention to National Thyroid Awareness Month. This month-long campaign, established in 1992 by the American Thyroid Association, aims to shed light on the often-misunderstood world of thyroid disorders. Today we address some common questions people […]
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A month to raise awareness about how women can protect themselves from HPV & cervical cancer. If detected early, cervical cancer is one of the most successfully treatable cancers. More than 12,000 women in the US are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. By having regular screening tests, cervical cancer can often be found early, […]
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Dec 4th – 8th is National Influenza Vaccination Week. If you haven’t been vaccinated against the flu, it’s not too late, schedule your shot today! The best way to guard yourself and your loved ones against influenza or flu is to get a flu shot every season. Influenza is a contagious respiratory disease that can […]