A study published in the Aug. 8, 2017, Journal of American Medicine, and conducted by the American Cancer Society, had some surprising findings about the age of colon cancer deaths in American adults. While there is good news, death rates appear to be rising in younger adults. Learn what you can do about it.
It may surprise you to know that mammography is the only medical diagnostic technology proven to decrease mortality. Learn more about this technology.
Adults who spend their time off playing on soccer leagues, hitting the tennis courts or jogging often find that they’re competing with their bodies. Doctors even have a name for these sometime athletes: weekend warriors. Learn how to keep yourself safe during your weekend activities.
If love isn't the reason your heart is racing, it could be an abnormal heart rhythm or arrhythmia. It's usually not dangerous, but can be scary. We can put your mind – and your heart – at ease. Heart attacks, aging and high blood pressure may cause scarring of the heart.
Parents use bed time stories and other peaceful rituals to lull their children to sleep. But no matter your age, maximizing sleep should become your routine.
Here’s the bottom line: if you’re experiencing any unusual and concerning abdominal discomfort, along with chest or jaw pain, seek medical care immediately. It’s your job to catch a heart attack early—the medical team will take care of the rest.
There are a lot of options out there, but choosing where to get your mammogram can often be as important as choosing to get one at all. That’s because your comfort, the available screening technology, national endorsements and comprehensive treatment options should be top priority.
To reduce your risk of cancer, look for vegetables, fiber and vitamin rich foods. Current research suggests that diets low in fat and high in fiber, with plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole grains may reduce the risk of developing several forms of cancer
The Birthplace is one of the busiest labor and delivery units in the area, and that means we have the expertise you expect. We also know that every family is unique and that giving birth is hardly a one-day event. It's a journey that begins well before pregnancy and extends far past delivery.
An Advance Directive is a legal document that allows you to name a health care agent and outline your instructions for medical treatments. Though preparation can be difficult, the effort may pay off in the long run if an Advance Directive is needed. Learn more about the process here.