Category: Conditions & Treatments

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The COPD Transitional Care Team Gets You Home Safely

Living with COPD is difficult. The COPD Transitional Care Team is here to help. Learn how they support patients who live with this chronic disease.

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Filling Your Plate with Foods that Lower Cholesterol

People with high cholesterol have likely received advice from their providers about managing their condition. In addition to taking medications, making heart-healthy lifestyle changes, like losing weight, working out regularly and eating a healthy, nutritious diet, can help.

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Am I at Risk of an Abdominal Aneurysm?

When you hear about someone experiencing an aneurysm, the brain probably comes to mind, but aneurysms can also affect other parts of the body. An abdominal aneurysm is one example.

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How to Unleash the Power of Positive Psychology

Has anyone ever told you to “think positive” or “focus on the good”? They might not have known it when they said it, but those phrases relate to a type of psychology known as positive psychology.

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Pulmonary Rehabilitation: A Breath of Fresh Air

Although there’s no cure for many chronic lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), they can be successfully managed.

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Men’s Mental Health: Breaking the Silence

It can be challenging for anyone to open up about their feelings, insecurities, anxieties and more. It’s particularly difficult for men due to the stigma surrounding societal stereotypes. Bottling up emotions to appear stoic and tough may be preferred but is not an effective way to handle one’s mental health.

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What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer in Younger Women

While rare, breast cancer in people under 40 does occur. Learn if you’re at risk and what symptoms to watch out for.

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Be a Good Role Model: Building a Healthy Lifestyle With Your Kids

You want your kids to grow up healthy and strong. After all, children who learn to make good health decisions today are more likely to make them for years to come. But how do you do it? A healthy lifestyle starts with you.

Focused Ultrasound Procedure at UMMC

New Ultrasound Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

While there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease, there are several options for treatment, including medication, physical therapy, surgery (deep brain stimulation), and now there is a new focused ultrasound treatment option that reduces symptoms.

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Breakfast with Diabetes: What’s Best for You To Eat

With a healthy, diabetes-friendly breakfast, you can power up and manage blood sugar levels at the same time.