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Posted: Oct 15, 2024

Breast Density: Why It Matters

Manage Increased Breast Cancer Risk with Regular Mammograms

Do you know how dense your breasts are? If you’re a woman age 40 or older, you should. Breast density is an extremely important factor to consider when screening for breast cancer and can influence decisions you make when scheduling your annual mammogram. 

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Posted: Oct 1, 2024

How To Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor At Home

Written by SMH Outpatient Rehab Pelvic Floor Therapist Shayna Shefrin

Pelvic floor muscles are very important, helping control the bladder and bowels. But as with any other muscle: if you don’t use it, you lose it. Here are two exercises that can be performed at home.

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Posted: Sep 24, 2024

DIY First Aid: What You Need & When To Use It

How to stock your home first aid kit with all the essentials

Maintaining a fully stocked first-aid kit is a must for every household — as is knowing when to treat at home, when to head to an urgent care center and when to call 9-1-1.

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Posted: Sep 17, 2024

Recovering From Hip Replacement Surgery: What To Expect

With Advanced Specialty Coordinator Valerie Britton, MSN, RN

More than half a million hip replacement surgeries are performed in the US every year—and that number continues to grow, as seniors stay active longer and advances in medical technology make the operation quicker, easier and less painful. If hip replacement surgery is in your future, here’s what to expect from your recovery.

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Posted: Sep 11, 2024

Spotlight On Sepsis

How to Spot the Signs and When to Seek Treatment (Immediately)

There’s a reason mothers everywhere are adamant that even minor cuts and scrapes are carefully cleaned and bandaged. Even a small injury can open the door to a serious infection and a life-threatening condition known as sepsis.

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