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, […]
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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
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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
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A touch of fall is finally in the air (or at least around the corner), and the thought of spending more time in the cool autumn temps is very appealing. But with fall often comes the itchy eyes and skin, sneezing and nasal congestion of seasonal allergies. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma
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Did you know that about 1 in 5 (19%) children in the United States are obese? September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and provides a chance for all of us to learn more about this serious health issue. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines childhood obesity as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) at
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Did you know that September is National Cholesterol Education Month? It’s a perfect reminder to get your blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is high. According to the CDC, more than 102 million American Adults (20 years or older) have total cholesterol levels at or above 200 mg/dL, which is above
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Those school bells are starting to ring and before long, sports and other fall activities will fill the pages of our calendars. But before all the busyness kicks in, dedicate a few days this month to having family fun! Here is a list of activities to share with your family and make the most of
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Those lazy days of summer are coming to an end and it’s time to focus on preparing for the new school year. No matter what grade your child is about to enter, it’s always a good idea to start the new school year off with a back-to-school physical. Some children that participate in sports may
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