Health

FAQ About the Flu Shot

Learn More About Why You Should Get the Flu Shot The CDC advises everyone 6 months and older to get a flu vaccine. Wondering if

Worst Foods for Your Teeth

Did you know Americans spend over a billion dollars annually on over-the-counter teeth whiteners? No one wants dark-stained teeth, and while you could turn to

New Options for Hysterectomy

Many benign (non-cancerous) conditions can affect a woman’s reproductive system, which includes the uterus, cervix, ovaries and fallopian tubes. Common conditions include: fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis,

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Taking Charge of Your Health

When was the last time you saw your doctor? The guidelines below from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), the American College of Obstetricians

HPV and Cervical Cancer

Certain types of HPV can lead to cancer if left untreated – which is why vaccination and regular screening are critical. Human papilloma virus, or

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Ask the Doctor: Late Summer 2016

Q. I have varicose veins. For a while they were just unsightly, but now my legs have started to ache. What’s wrong? A. Varicose veins

An Enemy Inside You?

By Camille Platt When you sprain your ankle, stub your toe, or come down with a sinus infection, your immune system initiates a defense reaction:

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