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Autoimmune Diseases
There are more than 80 types of autoimmune diseases, but they all have one thing in common. Autoimmune diseases happen when your body can’t tell the difference between your own cells and foreign cells. When this happens, your body starts to attack your cells....
Repetitive Motion Injuries
Repetitive motion injuries (RMIs), also known as repetitive stress injuries, can impact almost anyone. Whether you work a desk job, a physically demanding job, or enjoy any type of activity that involves repetitive movements, you could find yourself suffering from...
The Importance of Childhood Vaccinations
In recent years the rise of misinformation has led some parents to become worried about vaccinating their children. However, vaccines play an important role in ensuring a healthy childhood. Reasons to Vaccinate Vaccines Save Lives Vaccines not only help protect your...
America’s Most Common Cancer May Surprise You
America's Most Common Cancer The most common cancer in the United States is diagnosed more each year than all other cancers combined. But if you think you know which cancer holds the title, you may be surprised. While lung, colon, and breast cancer receive a lot of...
Healthy Habits for Your Family
Healthy Habits for Kids We know you want the best for your kids. Imagine if you could set them up to be healthy for the rest of their lives by doing small things today? The habits we learn as kids usually follow us to adulthood. So, teaching healthy habits now will...
Surviving the Sandwich Generation
Every day more and more people find themselves becoming part of the Sandwich Generation. This term refers to anyone who is raising kids and caring for a senior member of their family. Everyone finds more and more responsibilities on their plate each day, especially...
Detect Colon Cancer at Home
How Deadly is Colon Cancer? In 2022 an estimated 52,580 people will die of colon cancer, making it the second deadliest cancer in the United States. When colon cancer is detected early, the survival rate is 90%, so why is such a curable cancer so deadly? Simply put,...
EPIC Breakdown: Kidneys
Your kidneys are unsung heroes in your body. They do more than most people know, and they have a huge impact on your overall health. Your kidneys are bean-shaped organs in your lower back that are about the size of your fist, and these little organs pack a big punch....
Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that affects a person's ability to remember things. It often begins slowly and can seem like normal aging, but eventually, it begins to impact one’s ability to remember simple information and complete simple tasks. This condition is...
What is H. Pylori?
H. pylori is a very common bacteria, but in some people it can cause an infection and painful ulcers. Learn about your risk, symptoms, and treatment options.
9 Common Digestive Problems And Ways To Deal With Them
From IBS to GERD, read our blog to know about the 9 most common digestive diseases that affect our day-to-day life. Here’s how to recognize them & know when to visit a doctor.
GERD or PUD: What’s Your Heartburn Hiding?
While a little indigestion is common, chronic reflux or heartburn could lead to serious health complications. Here’s why your chronic heartburn needs immediate medical attention.
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