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CANCER, WOMEN'S CAREOvarian cancer: A silent killer
Sep 10, 2019
More than 22,500 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. Of that, more than half will die from the disease, ranking fifth ... Continue Reading -
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NEUROLOGYSt. Joseph’s/Candler program designed to help pati...
Aug 29, 2019
More than 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease each year. That’s just one condition that is classified as a movement disorder, and it’s not even the most common movement disorder. Continue Reading -
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NEUROLOGYSix common movement disorders
Aug 28, 2019
For more than 40 million people in the United States, their next movement may be unknown. Will they fall? Will a shaking hand prevent them from enjoying a refreshing beverage? Will they be able to voc... Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREWhen would I need a breast MRI exam?
Aug 21, 2019
MRI is another diagnostic tool, in addition to mammography and ultrasound, to view the breasts looking for abnormalities. St. Joseph’s/Candler Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Susan Mahany explains more abou... Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSFive things to know about prediabetes
Aug 16, 2019
More than 75 million American adults have a health condition – and they don’t even realize it. It’s prediabetes, and if left untreated, can lead to more serious complications. Continue Reading -
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FAMILY HEALTHFlesh-eating bacteria: Is it safe to go in the wat...
Aug 14, 2019
Infectious disease physician explains the causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatment options of necrotizing fasciitis, and answers the question: Is it safe to go in the water? Continue Reading -
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CANCERSix tools to protect your skin against harmful UV ...
Aug 9, 2019
Yes, the sun is unavoidable. But, taking action to protect our skin from harmful UV rays may make getting skin cancer avoidable. LCRP Nurse Navigator Dana Coleman offers six tips to protect your skin. Continue Reading -
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CANCER, WOMEN'S CAREYoga class offers cancer patients and survivors a ...
Aug 8, 2019
Yoga is a form of exercise that includes breath control, stretching, simple meditation and the adoption of specific bodily postures. Specifically for cancer patients, yoga can help the body heal durin... Continue Reading -
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FAMILY HEALTHBack to school may mean back to germs
Aug 7, 2019
As kids settle into a new school year, back to school can bring frequent colds, strep throat and trips to the doctor’s office. St. Joseph’s/Candler Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine offers tips... Continue Reading