What a DEXA Scan Tells You About Bone Health
DEXA scans measure bone density, which identifies your risk of osteoporosis. Build healthy bones with screenings and bone-strengthening tips.
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Allergies 101: Causes, Symptoms, Types and Treatments
Allergies are nothing to sneeze at as the sixth leading cause of long-term illness in the U.S. — and more than 50 million Americans experience an allergic reaction each year. Learn how allergies occur...
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Colorectal Cancers: Marching Toward Colon and Rectal Cancer Awareness
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. You can dress in blue to honor patients and their families who are or have been impacted by any of the colorectal cancers and help spread awareness. Read...
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5 Easy Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure
Need to lower your blood pressure? UChicago Medicine AdventHealth suggests these five easy techniques.
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Visit Your Doctor Before You Get Sick: Benefits of Preventive Care
Preventive health care services include checkups, patient counseling and screening to help prevent illness, disease and other underlying health issues that might otherwise go undetected. And they can...
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5 Simple Health Goals to Help You Feel Whole This Year
The new year always brings a new opportunity for change, and this year more than possibly ever before, many of us feel there’s some room for improvement in our lives.
Here are some simple and effective...
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Stomach Pain: Know When to Get Help
Stomach pain can range from minor to severe pain. Sometimes, it can be difficult to know when a little rest might do the trick, or you need to seek immediate treatment at a nearby emergency room or...
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Take Action to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Understand the causes, diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer in women and how to reduce your risk.
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6 Women’s Screenings to Start the New Year Right
Take charge of your health with these six essential women’s health screenings. See which screenings to schedule.
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What Every Parent Should Know About Vaccines
From the most routine shots to COVID-19 vaccines, we’re here with immunization guidance for your family.
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Your Age-By-Age Guide to Vaccinations
From newborns to the elderly, vaccines protect us from contagious diseases. Here’s an age-by-age guide to vaccines.
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What Is an Echocardiogram?
You might need an echocardiogram if you’re at risk for heart disease, to monitor your heart valve over time or to track how well any medical treatments are working. We’re here to help you learn more...
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5 Questions Your PCP Wants You to Ask
According to a recent study from Huron Consulting Group, 60% of consumers say they'd switch to another provider if it led to greater trust and more respect.