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It’s Your Heart
It’s Your Heart By Chris Valentine, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services As she was working in the yard, Linda tried to ignore the dull ache in her shoulders and back. “I must have done something too […]
Month: October 2018
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Direct Anterior Hip Replacement
Direct Anterior Hip Replacement Direct anterior hip replacement offers many advantages when compared to traditional hip replacement surgery. Although the implants are similarly designed for both techniques, the anterior or ‘through the front’ approach has […]
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There’s No Place Like Home
There’s no place like home. When you or a loved one have had a recent hospital stay or have received a life-altering medical diagnosis, it requires an understanding of both the necessary medical care that […]
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Healthcare Today: Innovations & Emerging Technologies are Providing People Tools to Take Wellness Into Their Own Hands
Healthcare Today Innovations in research, patient ownership in their own care, and emerging technologies are providing people tools to take wellness into their own hands. By Sondra Barr The subject of health is a very […]
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Should I Have a Geriatrician for my Doctor?
Should I have a geriatrician for my doctor? By Jennifer T. Arnouville, Medical Clinic of North Texas As a geriatrician, one common question I receive from seniors is whether they should be seeing a one. […]
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Advancements in Glaucoma Treatments: Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty
Advancements in Glaucoma Treatments: Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty Glaucoma is an eye disease caused by the failure of the eye to properly drain eye fluids, causing a gradual narrowing of the field of vision until patients feel […]
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Radiation Therapy an Effective Treatment for Skin Cancer
Radiation Therapy an Effective Treatment for Skin Cancer Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Skin cancers are more common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of long-term sun exposure. Melanoma […]
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Municipal Bonds May Be Good For Your Portfolio
Municipal Bonds May Be Good For Your Portfolio If your investment portfolio consists of only equities, you may want to diversify. Stocks and other equity securities are an important part of your investment mix, but […]
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How to Navigate the Airport Like a Pro
How to Navigate the Airport Like a Pro If you’re not an avid traveler, the airport can be a confusing, frustrating place. In this post 9/11 era, the thorough security check-in processes required to get […]
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