The Bad News
One out of every six American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. 223,000 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. A man is 35 percent more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer than a woman is to have breast cancer.
The Good News
Prostate cancer is one of the most easily detected and easily cured forms of cancer. More than 2.5 million…
Consider these alarming facts:
• 69% of American adults are either overweight or obese.
• 36% of American adults are obese. That will increase to 44% by 2030 if rates don’t change.
• Childhood obesity has quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years. More than one-third of children under 18 are overweight or obese.
Obesity increases the risk for heart disease,…
Do you have a wound that isn’t healing properly?
If you do, you’re not alone. It could be an ulcer on your foot or a burn not healing after a month. An estimated 6.5 million Americans suffer from a non-healing wound serious enough to require professional treatment. Our Wound Care program provides a comprehensive range of treatment options, including topical medications, specialized…
Choosing a personal physician is an important decision. After all, you want to find a person who gives you the care you deserve. You want to choose a doctor who inspires your confidence. Yet many people spend more time buying a car than thinking about who should be their physician. So look around. Ask questions. And keep the following recommendations in mind as you make your decision.
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At Main Street Hospital, we have a team of internal medicine specialists, pediatricians, and family practice physicians who are ready to serve you and your family by providing a lifetime of care. After all, when it comes to your health and the health of your family, seeing a primary care physician on a regular basis and building a long-term relationship offers many benefits.
Benefit #1: Better…
Quick. Answer these two simple questions.
1. Are you a postmenopausal woman or a man age 50 or older?
2. Have you recently broken a bone?
If you answered “Yes” to both questions, talk to your doctor about having a bone density test to check for osteoporosis. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, a bone density test is the only way to diagnose osteoporosis, which occurs…
Just Do It!
You don’t have to be a marathon runner to enjoy the many health benefits produced by exercise. Just set aside 30 minutes at least five times a week on your daily calendar. If that’s not possible, try three 10-minute or two 15-minutes sessions. What’s important to remember is that you need at least two hours and 30 minutes of aerobic exercise each week. Do something you enjoy,…
Super Advice For Super Moms
Niki Taylor has graced the covers of hundreds of magazines, including Vogue, Elle and Seventeen, during her 25-year modeling career. She’s also appeared as a spokesmodel for CoverGirl, Liz Claiborne, L’Oreal and Gap. It may sound like a glamorous life. But as a wife and mother of four children, Niki must deal with the same challenge faced by moms across America…
The Bad News
One out of every six American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. 223,000 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. A man is 35 percent more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer than a woman is to have breast cancer.
The Good News
Prostate cancer is one of the most easily detected and easily cured forms of cancer. More than 2.5 million…
Choosing a personal physician is an important decision. After all, you want to find a person who gives you the care you deserve. You want to choose a doctor who inspires your confidence. Yet many people spend more time buying a car than thinking about who should be their physician. So look around. Ask questions. And keep the following recommendations in mind as you make your decision.
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