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            2019 resolutions

            December 31, 2018
            This list shows some of the most popular resolutions so you can see how your list compares to people across the country.

            tags: getting organized , new years resolutions , resolutions , weight loss

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            All is calm: Stress busters for holiday hassles

            December 19, 2018
            We tackled the three biggest challenges – shopping, parties, and traditions – and rounded up Zen-inducing tips for those moments when stress ...

            tags: anxiety , depression , holiday stress , stress

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            When old holiday traditions mean new holiday injuries

            December 17, 2018
            Can cherished holiday traditions lead to painful holiday injuries? ERs across the country report a seasonal spike throughout the holidays.

            tags: emergency room , er , holiday injuries

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            Trauma Center: Treating Patients with Blunt Trauma...

            December 12, 2018
            In the United States, blunt trauma as the result of a car accident is 1 of the leading causes of death in children and adults under the age of...

            tags: blunt force trauma , blunt trauma injuries , trauma , trauma center

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            5 holiday gifts that might land you in the ER

            December 3, 2018
            Tis the season for... danger? In all the excitement of the holidays, we might not see the hazards in popular holiday gifts. Check your list twice...

            tags: emergency room , er

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            This must be a mistake! Why non-smokers get lung...

            November 26, 2018
            The average age of someone diagnosed with lung cancer is 70, but a new group of young cancer victims has emerged—non-smokers under 40.
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            4 ways Thanksgiving can put you in an ER

            November 22, 2018
            The holiday season has begun, family is on the way, and you’re in charge of the turkey! What could possibly go wrong? Between the travel, the...

            tags: emergency room , er , food safety , safety tips , thanksgiving

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            Surviving Black Friday

            November 19, 2018
            For millions of Americans, Black Friday marks the height of the holiday season.
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            The dangers of thirdhand smoke

            November 12, 2018
            Thirdhand smoke is residue that stays long after someone actively smokes in a home or enclosed area. And with time, these harmful remnants become...

            tags: secondhand smoke , smoking , thirdhand smoke

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            Get outta town! Health-minded travel tips

            November 5, 2018
            Holiday trips can mean stress, hassle, and illness. Brush up on seasonal travel tips to arrive safe and sane.

            tags: healthy travel tips , holiday travel , travel tips

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            Raise your Afib awareness and cut your risk

            October 29, 2018
            AFib is the most common type of arrhythmia, affecting up to 6.1 million people in the U.S.

            tags: afib , afib symptoms , atrial fibrillation , irregular heartbeat

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            Fact or fiction: do ER visits increase during ...

            October 28, 2018
            You’ve heard the story before. But is it true? Do emergency room visits really increase when there’s a full moon?

            tags: emergency room , er

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            The silent dangers of PAD

            October 26, 2018
            8.5 million Americans are affected by PAD, but many don't know they have it. Are you one of them?

            tags: pad , peripheral artery disease , symptoms

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            Cold or flu?

            October 25, 2018
            Learn the ways to identify which illness you may or may not have, and a few tips for how to best combat each.

            tags: cold , flu , influenza , stomach flu

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            How to avoid a heart attack when your team is ...

            October 25, 2018
            Have you ever watched your favorite team blow a lead and said, “You guys are killing me?" Well, you might not be far from the truth.

            tags: blood pressure , heart attack , heart disease , heart health

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            Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments of Colorectal...

            August 23, 2018
            Colorectal cancer is the third-most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and women in the U.S. each year.

            tags: colon cancer , colorectal cancer , colorectal cancer symptoms , oncology , risk factors for colorectal cancer

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            What is lung cancer?

            August 23, 2018
            Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women ... but what exactly is lung cancer?

            tags: lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer treatment , oncology

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            Breast Cancer Myths Debunked

            August 21, 2018
            There is so much information about breast cancer online, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. We’ve called out some common myths here...

            tags: breast awareness month , breast cancer , cancer , lumpectomy , mammograms , mastectomy , oncology

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            All heart: little changes add up for a heart-healthy...

            August 21, 2018
            Losing weight is the best way to boost your heart health but extreme diets and lifestyle changes are often too much change to keep up long-term...

            tags: cardiology , heart disease , heart health , heart-healthy lifestyle

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            Heart-Healthy Summer Foods

            August 21, 2018
            Summer is a season of sun-soaked gatherings and grilling out. Amid all the cookouts and events, it can be tempting to help yourself to just one...

            tags: cardiology , heart attack , heart health

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            Prostate cancer screening guidelines

            August 21, 2018
            Be sure to consult your physician on the best screening schedule for you.

            tags: oncology , prostate cancer , prostate cancer screening , prostate screening , psa

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            Preventing Colon Cancer: Making Cancer Screenings...

            August 20, 2018
            "If we can detect the polyps before they become abnormal, we can help to prevent the cancer altogether."

            tags: cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , fecal immunochemical test , oncology , rectal cancer

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            Mammograms 101

            August 20, 2018
            A screening mammogram is used to look for signs of breast cancer in women who don't have any symptoms, taking images from two different angles...

            tags: breast cancer , breast cancer treatment , mammogram , oncology

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            The Difference Between Heart Attacks, Cardiac ...

            August 15, 2018
            The risk factors may be the same, but understanding the differences between a stroke, heart attack and cardiac arrest could mean the difference...

            tags: cardiac arrest , cardiology , heart attack , heart health , stroke

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            What is Breast Cancer?

            August 15, 2018
            A growth in your breast can be benign or malignant. Learn about the cancer stages and how to cope with cancer.

            tags: breast cancer , breast cancer awareness month , cancer , oncology

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            High Cholesterol: What You Should Know

            August 15, 2018
            Having high cholesterol can lead to serious health complications, including heart attack and stroke. Learn what cholesterol is, its causes, risk...

            tags: cardiac health , cardiac health , cardiology , cardiovascular health , cardiovascular health , cholesterol , cholesterol , hdl , hdl , heart attack , heart health , high cholesterol , high cholesterol , ldl , ldl , stroke

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            Understanding colorectal cancer

            August 15, 2018
            Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed each year in the United States. Learn more about colon/rectal cancer and what you...

            tags: cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , colorectal screening , oncology , rectal cancer

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            Know the signs and symptoms of lung cancer

            August 15, 2018
            The earlier lung cancer is identified and treated, the better the odds of survival. Find out how to recognize the signs and symptoms of lung ...

            tags: lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer risk factors , lung cancer treatment , oncology , preventing lung cancer , secondhand smoke , smoking , tobacco

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            What You Need To Know About Lung Cancer Screening

            August 14, 2018
            Lung cancer screenings are good ideas for individuals who may be at a high risk for developing lung cancer.

            tags: low-dose ct , lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer screening , oncology

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            Colorectal Cancer Screening: Why Is It Important?

            August 13, 2018
            Colorectal cancer screening is important to ensure your body stays healthy and also to detect any concerning developments in your body.

            tags: cancer , colon cancer , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , colorectal screening , oncology , rectal cancer

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            Lung cancer risk factors you can control

            August 13, 2018
            Lower your risk for developing lung cancer by not smoking, or quitting smoking if you already do; by avoiding exposure to secondhand smoke; and...

            tags: lung cancer , lung cancer awareness month , lung cancer risk factors , lung cancer treatment , oncology , preventing lung cancer , secondhand smoke , smoking , tobacco

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            What Types of Mental Illness May Lead to Suicide

            June 11, 2018
            The key is recognizing the signs and seeking immediate help.
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            What to Know About Updated Stroke Treatment Guidelines

            June 5, 2018
            This change in guidelines will allow emergency medical services (EMS) to treat almost every patient that has stroke symptoms as a candidate for...

            tags: fast , stroke , stroke symptoms , stroke treatment guidelines

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            3 tips when bringing home a new baby

            February 12, 2018
            After bringing home your new baby, things are going to be different. Whether this is baby number one or baby number four, there are three things...

            tags: bringing home a new baby , newborn baby

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            Maternity tour checklist: 15 questions answered

            February 2, 2018
            A labor and delivery tour allows you to see and hear things for yourself, get familiar with the hospital's layout, and get answers to put you...

            tags: birth plan , labor and delivery , labor and delivery tour , maternity tour

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            Understanding the latest blood pressure guidelines

            February 1, 2018
            The latest evidence shows that high blood pressure, even at moderate levels, is harmful to your health, so prevention and earlier diagnosis are...
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            Are Robots Taking Over Operating Rooms?

            January 22, 2018
            The first documented robot-assisted surgical procedure occurred in 1985 when a robotic arm was used to place a needle for a brain biopsy while...

            tags: advantages of robotic-assisted surgery , cancer biopsy , coronary artery bypass , hip replacement , robotic surgery

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            Stressing over surgery

            January 19, 2018
            What are you afraid of? Surgical fears rank high with adults—leading to stress and avoidance. Here are 5 things you need to know to deal with...

            tags: surgery , surgical fears , tomophobia

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            The link between weight loss and reduced joint...

            January 1, 2018
            Achy knees. Arthritic ankles. Shoulders that sing when you lift the groceries. If you have joint pain and are looking for relief, weight loss...

            tags: joint pain , losing weight to reduce joint pain , reducing joint pain , weight loss

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            7 sneaky fitness tips

            January 1, 2018
            Find just 20 minutes for moderate-to-intense aerobic exercise. But somehow the best of intentions always gets derailed.

            tags: aerobic exercise , exercise , fitness tips

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