Lung Cancer Awareness
Did you know that lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer deaths in both men and women? In fact, more people die from lung cancer each year than from …
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Eye Injury Prevention
Almost everyone will suffer an eye injury at some point in their life. For some, this may be a minor inconvenience that requires no treatment. However, it may lead to …
COPD Symptoms
COPD is a long-term, inflammatory lung disease that makes it hard for air to get into and out of the lungs. Breathing difficulties, coughing, mucous production, and wheezing are all …
Common Football Injuries in Children
Football injuries in children don’t discriminate. No matter the age and amount of protective gear, injuries happen. A CDC study published in Sports Health found that athletes ages 6 to …
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world, accounting for 12% of all new cases of cancer diagnosed each year. October is …
Be Prepared for Flu Season
It’s that time of year again – flu season! Are you prepared? Getting a flu shot as soon as possible is essential to protect yourself from the virus. It’s important …
World Heart Day
World Heart Day is a global movement in which individuals, families, communities, and governments unite in the fight against cardiovascular diseases (CVD). The World Heart Federation initiated World Heart Day …
What Is Sepsis?
Sepsis is a potentially fatal condition caused by the immune system’s reaction to an infection. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are about 1.7 million …
The Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men, after skin cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer will be diagnosed in about one out of every …
September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about often stigmatized mental health. In addition to altering the public’s image of suicide, awareness provides peoples hope and …
Preventing High Cholesterol
Maintaining a healthy cholesterol level is essential for our heart’s health. The first step in this journey is to understand what cholesterol is. Cholesterol belongs to the chemical compound class …
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age. PCOS is characterized by menstrual irregularities, excess androgen production, and polycystic ovaries. Left untreated, PCOS …