Would you be surprised to know that on average, not only are Western New Yorkers less healthy than other New York State residents, but also compared to the rest of the country? Data from the NYS Department of Health reports that Erie County residents are 33%...
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Palliative care is holistic care that identifies, assesses and addresses the comprehensive needs of people experiencing serious illness, including pain and other symptoms, social, emotional and spiritual needs. It’s difficult for families to know when...
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4 Ways Exercise Supports the Fight Against Breast Cancer Exercise some breast cancer awareness! Did you know the benefits of exercise apply to women battling breast cancer? The positive impact that getting active has on human health doesn’t stop during...
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Hernias can happen in patients of all ages. Though they may not always be a life-threatening condition, it’s important for patients to understand that hernias do not heal on their own. What may begin as a slightly bothersome, even asymptomatic, problem...
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The remarkable part of his story is this: By all other accounts, Alex Miller was healthy when he had a 99% blockage in his heart. 32 at the time, Alex was experiencing heartburn-esque symptoms fairly frequently. “Older people always talk about how bad...
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If you’ve ever struggled to lose weight, you know how frustrating it can be. And sometimes, it’s much more than being annoyed you can’t shed those few extra pounds. An attempt to lose weight can turn into what seems like a lifelong struggle to get to...
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Young women benefit a lot from establishing a relationship with their OB/GYN. Often viewed as unfamiliar and scary, OB/GYN care should become part of a their annual routine to help them understand the importance of their reproductive health. Being comfortable...
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It’s no secret that addiction to painkillers is a health epidemic that will define this era. The number of Americans suffering from substance abuse has skyrocketed in the last decade, with a significant part of this population struggling to overcome an...
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Women of all ages should know that no single test can detect every possible form of breast cancer. A routine mammogram is the gold standard for breast cancer screening in women. There are no acceptable alternatives to advanced digital mammography and the...
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Everyone has a typical understanding of allergies. Whether it’s seasonal allergies, allergic asthma, or severe reactions like anaphylaxis, allergic reactions are very common. In fact, it’s estimated that 1 in 5 people in the United States suffer...
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