Spring usually is the time of year that people begin
evaluating their health—mostly because swimsuit season will be coming
around shortly. But spring provides a great time to take a look at other
aspects of your health besides just weight loss. This issue of Healthy
Living provides an excellent start to planning the healthiest you.
From screenings to cooking to disease prevention and treatment, we have
it all right here. Some hot topics in the news that we are taking a look
at include HPV, IBS, colon cancer, quitting smoking and, of course we
won’t leave out, weight loss. Now is a great time to schedule your
checkups and screenings and attend exciting new classes—before the nice
weather draws you outside for the season.
Warmest Regards,
Wendi Hope Bishop
Editor
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Prevention |
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It is estimated that 20 million people currently are
infected with HPV. About 6.2 million Americans get a new genital HPV
infection each year. Although more often heard about in women, men are
just as susceptible to this disease.
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‘Don’t Sit on It! Get Screened!’ Aims to Promote
Colon Cancer
Awareness |
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Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer
deaths and is preventable. Make time during National Colorectal Cancer
Awareness Month in March to schedule a screening if you are over the
age of 50 or are at an elevated risk of developing colorectal cancer.
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Relief for Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
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As many as one in five Americans have irritable bowel
syndrome. IBS can start at any age in both men and women but often
begins before age 35. There are many ways to reduce IBS symptoms and
live your life like you did before.
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Pulmonary Disease Sufferers Benefit from Rehabilitation |
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Pulmonary disease affects more than 35 million Americans
and is the fourth leading cause of death in
Tennessee. Pulmonary disease can be
debilitating and severely reduces quality of life. With treatment,
patients can feel better, become stronger, reduce stress and improve
the overall quality of life.
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What If I Have Lymphedema? Part II |
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Knowing the warning signs and understanding precautions to
take are beneficial to reducing your risk of lymphedema. If you do
develop lymphedema, there are guidelines to help you manage this
condition so it does not become debilitating.
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Transplant Recipient Knows Importance of Kidney Disease
Detection |
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March is National Kidney Month and a time to bring
awareness of kidney health. Most Americans now know that they need to
watch their blood pressure and cholesterol if they want to avoid heart
disease, but very few have the same awareness when it comes to kidney
disease.
read more |
Spring Cooking for Health |
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Whether a quiet meal for two or the whole family, learn
healthy cooking tips; receive cooking instruction, recipes and stroke
information; and enjoy a great brunch during this cooking class.
read more |
Class Helps You Stop Smoking |
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Smoking attributes to 30 percent of all cancer deaths and
87 percent of lung cancer deaths. Smoking also is the main culprit in
many diseases. Join the “Freedom From Smoking” clinic that has become
the "Gold Standard" of smoking cessation programs.
read more |
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A Helping Hand With Weight Loss |
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Losing or maintaining weight or receiving proper nutrition
during an illness is difficult. But there is help. Get your helping
hand from clinical nutrition services, which offers individualized,
professional nutritional counseling.
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