The pandemic disrupted many routines, including life-saving screenings for colorectal cancer (CRC) – the second leading cause of death from cancers that affect both men and women. See how the...
The patient loved doing yard work. But lately, a painful problem was taking all joy out of a favorite activity.
Sleep disorders can raise your chances of experiencing high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke and obesity. Sleep deprivation also can: Decrease performance and alertness Decrease memory and...
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Hip replacement surgery is one of the most important surgical advances of this century and has a very high success rate. Here are answers to questions you may have. What is arthritis and why...
Stroke can happen to anyone, however, certain risk factors can increase the chances of a stroke. In fact, studies show that up to 80 percent of all strokes can be prevented by working with a health...
Metro Health takes every step to make sure that you’re safe while being cared for, but we advise you take an active role in your care by taking these steps to reduce your risk of a hospital...
If you, or a member of your family, has diabetes, please remember to follow the provided preparation protocol before an endoscopy. If you have questions, please call your primary care doctor....
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in every three adults over the age of 50 fail to get their recommended colonoscopy. That reality deeply troubles Michelle Anderson,...
“The best piece of advice I have to offer regarding reducing your risk for heart disease is to be proactive,” says Dr. Barbara Karenko. “Quit smoking. Exercise. Maintain a healthy weight. Get...