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            Newborns and coronavirus: Helpful ways to protect...

            December 1, 2020

            Learn how new moms can avoid coronavirus infection and help protect their newborn during COVID-19.

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            Delivery and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

            December 1, 2020

            Get answers to common questions about delivering a baby during COVID-19.

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            The importance of well-woman visits

            November 23, 2020

            Find out more about the importance of well-woman visits and why it's essential for lifelong health.

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            Lung cancer screening using low dose CT scan

            November 23, 2020 by Dr. Lourens Willekes
            Are you a smoker or former smoker? A lung cancer screening using a low-dose CT scan can help detect cancer in its earliest stage.

            tags: cancer , lung cancer , screening , smoking

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            Early detection of lung cancer possible with robotic...

            November 1, 2020 by Dr. Jason McClune, Interventional Pulmonologist
            At Memorial Health, one way we live out our mission, ā€œAbove all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life,ā€ is by making...

            tags: cancer , copd , lung cancer , lung disease , smoking

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            COVID-19 testing basics

            September 2, 2020
            If you’re struggling to parse through all of the information about the different COVID-19 tests, you’re not alone.

            tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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            User’s guide to facemasks - do’s and don’ts

            August 4, 2020
            To get the most out of your mask, make sure you wear it correctly and at the right time. These may seem simple - but let's review.

            tags: covid-19-blog

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            Helping kids wear a mask

            August 4, 2020
            Cloth face coverings (or a face mask, if you have one) on adults and kids over 2 years old can help slow the spread of the virus. Here are some...
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            Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

            May 28, 2020

            Should your child go to their doctor’s appointment? Here’s what you need to know about caring for your child during the coronavirus pandemic...

            tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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            Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

            May 26, 2020

            Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, including children. If your child is causing disruptions or behaving poorly at home, ...

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            Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

            May 21, 2020

            They may not show it or articulate it in the same way as adults, but children are also experiencing stress and anxiety during the coronavirus...

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            Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

            May 19, 2020

            Everyone is talking about coronavirus, and your child may be listening. Here's why you should be the one to talk to your child about COVID...

            tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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            COVID-19 phobia? Why you should not delay emergency...

            May 13, 2020
            Emergency health needs don’t stop for a pandemic, and neither do we.

            tags: covid-19-blog

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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

            April 17, 2020
            If you're an expectant mom, you probably have questions about coronavirus (COVID-19) and pregnancy. While it is true pregnant women tend to have...

            tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Pregnancy and postpartum...

            April 17, 2020
            As more information is being revealed about coronavirus (COVID-19), expectant mothers, understandably, may have growing concerns about their ...

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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Postpartum depression...

            April 17, 2020
            Understandably, many people are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety, stress and sadness during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For...

            tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

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            Do you need the HPV vaccine?

            January 2, 2020 by Dr. James Burke
            Although most HPV infections never cause any symptoms or serious problems and will go away on their own within two years, it's important to take...

            tags: cancer , cervical cancer , gyn cancer , hpv

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            Don’t spend the holidays in the emergency room

            December 5, 2019
            November to mid-January can be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also when injuries at the home and on the road spike. Here are some...

            tags: drinking , driving , emergency room , holidays , injuries , safety , trauma

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            Benefits of breastfeeding for moms

            August 1, 2019
            New research is uncovering evidence of previously unknown health boosts for nursing women – one that lasts decades after your child is weaned...
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            Back-to-School Tips for Parents

            July 26, 2019 by Dr. Andrew Gunter
            Kids often have a tough time making the back-to-school transition.

            tags: anxiety , children , parents , school

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            Top 10 Health Tips for Women

            June 25, 2019 by Dr. Susan Greene
            When it comes to our health, aside from eating a healthy, balanced diet and exercising regularly, one size does not fit all.

            tags: gynecology , heart disease , ob/gyn , obstetrics , women's health

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            Household safety – Preventing choking

            June 17, 2019
            Learn how to prevent your child from choking and get a ā€œchild’s-eyeā€ view on everyday household items.
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            Who should get tested for hepatitis C?

            May 29, 2019 by Dr. Amethyst Wilder
            Hepatitis C is a virus that is spread by contaminated blood and some body fluids. The Centers for Disease Control says that almost half of the...

            tags: hepatitis awareness month , hepatitis c , kidney disease , liver cancer , liver disease

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            Know the warning signs of a stroke

            May 1, 2019
            Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a major cause of disability in adults in the US. By acting FAST, at the first sign of stroke, ...

            tags: emergency , fast , stroke

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            Lower Your Risk of Skin Cancer

            April 30, 2019
            Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, accounting for nearly half of all diagnosed cancers in the United States each year.

            tags: cancer , melanoma , skin cancer

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            What You Should Know About Gestational Diabetes

            April 3, 2019 by Dr. Ame Wilder
            Pregnancy is an exciting and sometimes frightening time. There are many health risks, but one in particular, gestational diabetes, affects ...

            tags: childbirth , diabetes , dr. ame wilder , family medicine , gestational diabetes , memorial health , obstetrics care , pregnancy

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            Could I Have Thyroid Disease?

            March 18, 2019 by Dr. Ismary De Castro
            As much as 9 percent of the population has thyroid problems. Thyroid hormones can affect the function of everything from your heart and lungs...
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            Make Over Your Kitchen for Weight-Loss Success

            February 18, 2019 by Dr. Robert J. Kelly Jr.
            Trying to lose a few pounds is difficult to say the least, but making small changes around your home can encourage weight loss that lasts.
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            9 Ways to Prepare for a Healthy Pregnancy

            January 22, 2019
            When you're trying to conceive, much of the focus is understandably on tracking when you're ovulating and when to have sex.

            tags: childbirth , infertility , pregnancy

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            Take Steps to Protect Your Cervical Health

            January 16, 2019 by Dr. Stephanie Tootle
            Fortunately, cervical cancer can be prevented if precancerous cell changes are detected and treated early.
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            Common Birth Defects Every Parent Should Know

            January 8, 2019 by Dr. Arthur Baker
            January is Birth Defects Prevention Month, and the first step is to understand the most common birth defects. Talk to your doctor to determine...

            tags: birth defects , childbirth , high-risk pregnancy , maternal-fetal medicine , pregnancy , premature , special needs

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            Stomach Troubles, What Is It?

            November 5, 2018
            Everyone experiences abdominal pain at some point. Whether it's heartburn, gallstones, cramps or last night's seafood dinner, there are many ...

            tags: acid reflux , gerd , stomach ache

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            Know the Signs and Symptoms of Lung Cancer

            November 1, 2018 by Dr. Lourens J. Willekes II
            Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer in America; about one out of four cancer deaths are from lung cancer. But the good ...

            tags: asbestos , lung cancer , secondhand smoke , smoking , thoracic surgery

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            Hernias More Common Than You Think

            September 19, 2018 by Dr. Christopher Senkowski
            There are an estimated 3 million new hernia cases in the United States each year, a painful condition for those they affect.

            tags: hernia , surgery

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            Belly Fat Poses Major Health Risk for Men

            September 18, 2018 by Dr. William E. Kyle
            When you think about health problems that can affect your life the most as you age, what comes to mind? Heart issues? Prostate problems? Low...
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            Don't Take Hemorrhoids Sitting Down

            September 17, 2018 by Dr. Elizabeth McKeown
            Though it's not your typical dinner party conversation topic, hemorrhoids are a lot more common than you may think. In fact, about 10 percent...

            tags: anal itching , anal pain , colorectal surgery , hemorrhoids

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            Five Ways to Relieve Achy Joints

            September 10, 2018
            For the more than 15 million Americans who experience some type of severe joint pain, there are ways to get relief

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            6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

            August 21, 2018
            If you’re eating right and exercising, but still can’t seem to lose weight, some unexpected factors could be to blame. We spoke with...

            tags: blood pressure , cardiology , cardiovascular health , deep breathing , exercise , heart , hypertension

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            Weight Loss, Lifestyle Changes May Relieve Symptoms...

            August 16, 2018 by Dr. Joanne Price Williamson
            Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects women of all ages and is a leading cause of infertility. About 50 percent of women who have a mother...
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            Side Effects of Long-term Reflux Medication Use

            August 10, 2018 by Dr. William E. Kyle
            There has been a lot of discussion about the safety of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), such as omeprazole (Prilosec), esomeprazole (Nexium) and...

            1 min Read Time

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            9 Shots Older Adults Must Get

            August 7, 2018
            If you think immunizations are just for children, think again! Adults need them too, including those 50 and older. Are you up-to-date with your...

            tags: general wellness , immunization , vaccination , vaccines , vaccines for adults

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