Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that affects 1 in 10 people worldwide. Symptoms frequently reported with IBS include abdominal discomfort and cramping, gas, bloating, constipation and/or diarrhea. While IBS is not a...
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We hope no one ever needs the services of the Emergency Department at Mercy Hospital. But if they do, there’s a team of professionals ready to provide compassionate care, as quickly as possible, in a state-of-the-art environment. We work in one of the...
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Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Coronary heart disease, where one or more of the arteries are blocked, is the leading cause of heart attacks. The American Heart Association estimates an American has a...
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A spotlight was placed on sudden cardiac arrest cases recently as more reports come out involving student and professional athletes. Sudden cardiac arrest is defined as the immediate loss of all heart function. This means when the heart stops beating, the...
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Eating a balanced diet is key to keeping stomach bloat and discomfort at bay. If you find yourself feeling a little weighed down, try adding some of these foods to your diet to help relieve the gas and bloat. Keep Your Digestive Tract Well Regulated Foods...
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One in 16 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer in their lifetime, and each day the disease takes approximately 350 lives. What makes lung cancer so deadly? And how can we increase survival rates? What are the Complications of Lung Cancer? The first...
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If you’ve been putting off getting your lung cancer screening, or haven’t gone because you think you won’t qualify for one, it’s time to schedule one now. Current statistics for lung cancer are alarming, especially when screenings and early detection...
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If you have an elderly parent, grandparent, or family member who needs assistance but isn’t ready to leave their home, finding a compromise can feel impossible. Having an elderly loved one with balance or mobility issues can put additional stress on...
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Socialization is essential to our physical and mental health, yet almost one-fourth of adults 65 and older are considered socially isolated according to the CDC. Because seniors are more likely to live alone, suffer from chronic illness, or lose family and...
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Being a caregiver can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. It can also be stressful, demanding, and exhausting. Caregiving requires patience, compassion, and understanding as you manage the challenges and obstacles that come with caring for a loved one....
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