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It's important for men, especially those with key risk factors to get proper screening so any cancers can be detected early.

No matter your age or stage of life, annual physical exams are essential to your ongoing health.

Oral and oropharyngeal cancers are cancers located in your mouth or throat.

Colorectal surgeon Elizabeth McKeown, MD, discusses common misconceptions about colorectal cancer.

Learn more about the season, the day of the week, and even the time of day that a heart attack is most likely to happen.

A recent study demonstrates the HPV vaccine is effective in preventing cervical cancer.

Sensory processing refers to the brain's ability to receive, organize and effectively use information provided to us from all of our senses.

The right physical therapist can provide a hands-on approach by incorporating "manual therapy" into the plan of care.

Dizziness, or vertigo, is a common condition that can severely hinder your quality of life.

When a child is not eating well, it can cause anxiety for parents and the child. Occupational therapy can help decrease these problems.

Finding the best OBGYN and hospital for each expectant mother is a very personal experience.

As life begins to return to normal, some kids may feel overwhelmed and overstimulated as they return to in-person learning.

This virus is highly contagious and is particularly effective at causing a number of respiratory infections in infants 6 months old and younger...

Common symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include tingling in the thumb, index, middle and a portion of the ring finger.

B.E. F.A.S.T. in identifying the symptoms of a stroke and prevent lasting damage.

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

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

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

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.

At Memorial Health, one way we live out our mission, “Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life,” is by making...

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

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.

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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

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...

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

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

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...

New research is uncovering evidence of previously unknown health boosts for nursing women – one that lasts decades after your child is weaned...

Kids often have a tough time making the back-to-school transition.

When it comes to our health, aside from eating a healthy, balanced diet and exercising regularly, one size does not fit all.

Learn how to prevent your child from choking and get a “child’s-eye” view on everyday household items.

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...

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, ...

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

Pregnancy is an exciting and sometimes frightening time. There are many health risks, but one in particular, gestational diabetes, affects ...

As much as 9 percent of the population has thyroid problems. Thyroid hormones can affect the function of everything from your heart and lungs...

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.

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

Fortunately, cervical cancer can be prevented if precancerous cell changes are detected and treated early.

January is Birth Defects Prevention Month, and the first step is to understand the most common birth defects. Talk to your doctor to determine...