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7 Cancer Signs To Watch Out For
Many of us have encountered cancer in one way or another. Its effects can be devastating to the patient as well as those around them. It occurs when cells in the body begin to grow and divide uncontrollably, forming a mass of abnormal cells known as a tumor. The key...
5 Health Risks For Men Over 50
While the leading causes of death kill both men and women, men die at higher rates than women for all of them. Men go to the doctor less than women and are more likely to have a serious condition when they do go because they don’t prioritize preventative screenings or...
Understanding Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) occurs most commonly in individuals with Type1 Diabetes when there’s a buildup of acids in the blood. Because people with diabetes don't have enough insulin, their cells can't use the sugar found in blood for energy, so they use fat...
6 Special Healthcare Needs of Seniors
Getting older brings with it a unique set of health challenges. By being aware of the common chronic conditions associated with aging, you can take steps to practice smart preventative care. Caring for senior adults requires a certain amount of coordination between...
Treating Summertime’s Common Injuries and Illnesses
Warm weather and longer days are what make summer the peak outdoor season. Everyone wants to be laying on the beach, enjoying a cookout with friends or playing a friendly game of baseball. This time is great for socializing and staying active but can also result in...
What to Do Following a Prediabetes Diagnosis
More than 86 million American adults over the age of 65 have prediabetes, and most of them don’t even know it. If you have prediabetes, your blood sugar levels are consistently higher than normal. This puts you at an increased risk for heart attacks and strokes, as...
7 Major Risk Factors For High Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is the amount of exerted force pushed against the walls of the arteries as blood flows through them. [bctt tweet="Most people with high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) will not experience any notable symptoms. For that reason, it’s often...