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Much of your health depends on having information when you need it most. Whether it’s information about a serious illness, the benefits of prevention or knowing how to wrap an athlete’s sprained ankle, we offer timely information and advice for you.

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer screening tests

Breast cancer screenings are routine procedures that you and your doctor perform to check breast health before there are any symptoms of a problem.

Emotional support

A breast cancer diagnosis can take an emotional and physical toll on you and your family. While treating the cancer is of prime importance, don't ignore the emotional strain.
Prevention

Healthy eating

Poor diet choices have long-term consequences for your health. You can trace many of the preventable forms of death to our food choices.

The importance of exercise

Physical activity involves moving the body. Being active and maintaining a healthy weight are needed for good health. Exercise can do wonders for your health.
Pregnancy

Everyone wants a happy healthy baby

Having a child is a life-changing event. Regular medical attention during pregnancy improves your chances of having a happy and healthy baby.

Labor and delivery

Your last trimester will be busy and exciting. You will want to make your home comfortable for your baby.

Heart Care

Heart Attack Warning Signs

Some heart attacks are sudden and intense, where there’s no doubt what's happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort.

Heart Arrhythmia

Most arrhythmias are harmless, but some can be serious or even life threatening. Here's what you need to know.

Patient Stories

A staggering 35 million kids, ages 5 to 18, play in organized sports each year.

The high participation brings increased risk for youth knee injuries.

Some knee injuries can be season-ending.
Patient Stories

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Health Topics

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer screening tests

Breast cancer screenings are routine procedures that you and your doctor perform to check breast health before there are any symptoms of a problem.

Emotional support

A breast cancer diagnosis can take an emotional and physical toll on you and your family. While treating the cancer is of prime importance, don't ignore the emotional strain.

Prevention

Healthy eating

Poor diet choices have long-term consequences for your health. You can trace many of the preventable forms of death to our food choices.

The importance of exercise

Physical activity involves moving the body. Being active and maintaining a healthy weight are needed for good health. Exercise can do wonders for your health.

Pregnancy

Everyone wants a happy healthy baby

Having a child is a life-changing event. Regular medical attention during pregnancy improves your chances of having a happy and healthy baby.

Labor and delivery

Your last trimester will be busy and exciting. You will want to make your home comfortable for your baby.

Dental Health

Why is dental health important

Practicing good dental health is important to maintaining a healthy mouth, teeth and gums. It will also help your appearance and quality of life.

Dental health for children

Many dental professionals recommend you arrange a first visit to the dentist before your child's first birthday.

The flu

Staying healthy at work

Consider these important steps you can take to protect yourself and others.

High risk groups for flu complications

Flu viruses can infect anyone, but some groups of people are more at risk for serious complications than other groups.

Sports Wrap

Too much, too fast, too soon

Holding back may be tough to do when you're motivated and ready to start an exercise program or return fully to your sport after a sports injury.

Seasonal allergies and sports

If you suffer from seasonal nasal allergies, it may affect your workouts and competition performance. Pollen counts can help you control your symptoms.

Heart Care

Heart Attack Warning Signs

Some heart attacks are sudden and intense, where there’s no doubt what's happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort.

Heart Arrhythmia

Most arrhythmias are harmless, but some can be serious or even life threatening. Here's what you need to know.

Patient Stories

Health Graphics

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Your last trimester will be busy and exciting. You will want to make your home comfortable for your baby.​

Staying healthy at work​

Consider these important steps you can take to protect yourself and others.

Patient Stories

Your last trimester will be busy and exciting. You will want to make your home comfortable for your baby.

Staying healthy at work