Health

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Outpatient Hip Replacement

Who Might Need a Hip Replacement? For those suffering from osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease in the hip, and who have tried nonsurgical treatments to

Herniated Discs

What is a Herniated Disc? If the soft gel-like center of a spinal disc pushes out through the tougher outer ring of the disc, it

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Catching Colorectal Cancer Early

While the thought of a colonoscopy can seem unpleasant, delayed screening can put you at greater risk for developing colorectal cancer. Lacking obvious symptoms in

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Arrhythmia: It’s Electrifying

The term “arrhythmia” refers to any kind of abnormal heartbeat, and it’s an incredibly common phenomenon. Caused by a disruption of the heart’s normal electrical

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Ask the Doctor: New Year 2019

Q. I struggle with seasonal depression every winter. What are the best ways to prevent it or lessen its impact? A. The winter blues can be

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Ask the Doctor: Winter 2018

Q. I’ve recently been noticing some numbness in my legs, and my doctor said it may be caused by bone spurs. How are these treated?

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Learning About Lung Cancer

Whether you’re a lifelong smoker or you’ve never touched a cigarette, the threat of lung cancer is looming. Learn the facts and the common misconceptions

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Decoding Birth Control Options

Is it time to switch up your birth control? Maybe you’ve noticed you’ve gotten more irritable since you started “The Pill,” or maybe you’re using

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Preventing Prediabetes

You’ve heard of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but have you heard of prediabetes? That’s when your blood sugar levels are too high, but

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Managing Caregiver Stress

While helping a loved one cope with disability, illness, or the effects of aging can make you feel useful and caring, it can also take

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