February is National Cancer Prevention Month and a time to help increase awareness nationwide about cancer, its causes and what we can do to prevent it. So, can you really prevent cancer? The answer is………sometimes! Some cancer risk factors cannot be controlled, such as age, sex, race or ethnicity, family history and inherited genetic characteristics. However, only about 5 to 10 percent of cancers are caused by these inherited genes. The rest can often ...
According to the American Heart Association, the average American adult consumes 77 grams of sugar per day. That’s over 19 teaspoons a day and 60 pounds of sugar a year! And the numbers are even higher for children. The government recommends you limit your daily added sugar intake to less than 10% of your calories per day. That means limiting sugar for women to about 6 teaspoons per day and for men to about ...
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This week we are eager to highlight one of our providers, Dr. John Destito. We asked him a few questions to get to know him a little better. What is your title and how long have you worked for AFC? I am the Regional Medical Director- Atlanta Market of American Family Care. I work at the American Family Care Buckhead location and I’ve worked for AFC for almost two years now. What are your ...
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Do you resolve each year to get healthier, but your efforts always seem to fall short? It’s time to take control of your health! Why not start this new year off right by making some small changes to reap some big rewards! Quit smoking NOW! – According to the CDC, within 20 minutes after you smoke that last cigarette, your body begins a series of health changes and improvements that continue for years. There’s ...
The United States Congress designated January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. All women are at risk for cervical cancer, but it occurs most often in women over age 30. Long-lasting infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer. HPV is a common virus that is passed from ...
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Whether it’s sitting around the family dinner table or munching on endless holiday party snacks, the holidays mean food. And lots of it! While we don’t want to sacrifice all goodies during the holidays, it can be hard to keep from overdoing it. If you’re hosting a party or a meal, or attending one, try one of these recipes to help you keep the holidays healthy. This turkey recipe adds loads of ...
‘Tis the season for more than just decorating, shopping and parties. It’s also the time of year when many people feel ill. Coughing, sneezing, and stuffy noses lead us to ask, “Is this a cold or do I have the flu?” So, what is the difference? Both the flu and the common cold are respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. Because both can have some of the same symptoms, it can ...
Did you know that the first week in December is National Handwashing Awareness week? This campaign encourages adults to make proper handwashing a part of their everyday life and encourages parents to teach their children to do the same. Germs can get into the body through the eyes, nose and mouth and people frequently touch these areas of the body with their hands without even realizing it making handwashing an essential part of our daily ...
We all have feelings of stress from time to time, but the holidays can kick that stress into high gear. Overloaded schedules, decorating, family get-togethers and expensive gift lists can cause holiday stress levels to escalate. Stress can be unhealthy. So, what can you do to minimize some of these holiday stress inducers? Make a budget: One of the leading causes of holiday stress is financial concerns. Make a reasonable budget for shopping and stick ...
The American Heart Association has designated November as Eat Smart Month and encourages Americans to take the first step to commit to healthier eating. But with November comes the season for holiday meals and sweet treats. This can make eating healthy this time of year a bit of a challenge. But don’t worry. Try these tips to help keep you on track and feeling great: Cut the sugar: Research continues to show that Americans ...
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November is National Diabetes Month and a time to bring attention to the management of the disease. According to the American Diabetes Association, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes each year. In adults, type 1 diabetes accounts for approximately 5% of all diagnosed cases while type 2 diabetes accounts for 95%. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not make enough insulin, a hormone that the body needs to get glucose from the ...
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According to the Heart Rhythm Society, more than 350,000 deaths occur each year from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). To decrease the death toll from SCA, it is important to understand what SCA is, what the warning signs are, and how to respond to a SCA event. People often use the term “heart attack” interchangeably with SCA, but they are NOT the same thing! What is the difference? A heart attack occurs when a blocked ...
Autumn is finally in the air. But with all the fall fun and cooler temperatures also comes the dreaded flu season! According to the Centers for Disease Control, flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The CDC estimates that influenza has resulted in between 9.3 million – 49.0 ...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a time to raise awareness about the importance of this disease and detecting it early. About 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime according to breastcancer.org. Because of this staggering statistic, we put together a list of frequently asked questions about this disease: What is breast cancer? Breast cancer is a common term for a cancerous (malignant ...
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