4/20/2020
If you pay attention to health and medical news, it may seem like nearly everything you do can cause cancer. But here’s the good news: there are many things you can do to help prevent cancer, too. A few lifestyle changes can make a big difference in your cancer risk. Since cancer is the second-leading cause of death in the United States (heart disease is #1), changing is worth the effort. Change #1: Stop smoking. If you currently smoke, quitting is the #1 change you can make to prevent cancer. Nine out ...
1/6/2022
The outpatient Spine Rehabilitation Program at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Covenant HealthCare helps patients of all ages manage spine and joint pain without surgery. Dr. Kevin Orloski, a physician who specializes in physical medicine, leads a team of occupational and physical therapists who select from multiple treatment options based on your individual condition and goals. At the heart of it all are relationships built on communication, said Emily DeFouw, medical group operations manager at Mary F...
2/14/2018
You’re watching your favorite medical drama. A middle-aged man staggers into the emergency room, clutching his chest. You know what that means: heart attack. While it’s true that chest pain is a classic symptom of a heart attack, especially in men,. not everyone who has a heart attack feels chest pain. Both women and the elderly are more likely to experience lesser-known heart attack symptoms, such as: • Shortness of breath • A general feeling of weakness • Indigestion, nausea or vomiting • Dizziness • ...