Heart Disease: Know Your Risk
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the CDC, someone dies from heart disease every 36 seconds. While heart attacks and heart failure are the most talked-about cardiovascular issues, heart disease refers to a large group of...
Pap Screenings: Answering Frequently Asked Questions
A Pap screening, also called a Pap smear, is a screening used to check for abnormalities in a woman’s cervix (the opening of the uterus). Abnormalities in the cells are most often caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is the most common sexually transmitted...
Annual Mammograms: What You Should Know
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, a month where women are encouraged to schedule their annual mammograms. A mammogram is an x-ray image of the breast and is most often used to look for early signs of breast cancer in women. Mammograms remain the best way to...Flu Season: Tips to Protect Yourself From Illness
While the flu is a common illness, it can be serious for some. Each year, the flu causes many hospitalizations and sometimes death. Getting vaccinated against the seasonal flu remains the best way to protect yourself and others from illness. Additionally, you can take...
