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Dear Reader,
Back to school time serves as a reminder to tend to our own
healthcare needs. As you schedule dental and doctor appointments for your kids,
you also may begin thinking about the last time you had a check up and
immunizations. Annual exams are just as important for you as they are for
your kids. Early detection of many conditions such as diabetes,
hypertension and pre-cancerous cells can help you prevent or slow down the
development of diseases such as heart disease, stroke or various cancers,
including skin, prostate or breast cancer.
Below are articles to keep you safe and healthy the rest of
the summer as well as help you while planning your own annual exams and
screenings. Be sure to read our patient story on the importance of early
detection and screenings specifically for prostate cancer. And, as always,
we offer healthy eating tips and recipes that help you avoid the drive thru
even on the hottest day.
Keep cool!
Wendi Hope Hager
Editor
webtech@utmck.edu
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Today I am a Prostate Cancer Survivor
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Ken Wilson shares his battle with advanced prostate cancer
and how it has changed his life. Read his story about how he hopes to
save lives by focusing on teaching others about early detection and
receiving regular prostate cancer screenings.
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Protecting Your Body From the Summer Heat
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Hot temperatures affected much of the nation this year.
During the summer season, hot temperatures and brutal sun, the body ends
up working very hard to maintain a normal body temperature. This is when
it is most important to remain cool and avoid dehydration, sunburn and
heat illness.
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School Immunization Updates
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School will be starting soon and you need to know which
immunizations your child needs before that first day. Always consult with
your doctor, but here are some helpful things you should know before your
visit.
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How to Eat Farmer's Market Fresh
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Farmer's markets provide wonderful choices in produce to
help you eat healthier and keep your meals fresh and interesting. Janet
Seiber, RD, LDN, our dietitian, teaches what these markets can do for you
this season.
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Breastfeeding Benefits
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Breastfeeding is a learned process that might take time for
both you and your baby. Read more about this process to gain a better understanding
of breast milk and its benefits.
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August Smoking Cessation Class can Help You Quit
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Smoking is the main culprit of many diseases, including
stroke and heart disease. It's hard to quit, and sometime you need a
little help. The medical center's smoking cessation class, "Freedom
From Smoking," can assist you in meeting your goals. Sign up for the
class today, and try these additional tips to help you get started.
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Back to the Basics of Heart Healthy Eating
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In an effort to better prepare you for the cooler months
ahead, the next cooking class will feature fall recipes with a
heart-healthy makeover. Register today, because you won't want to miss
this!
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Health Tips While on Vacation
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A few tips to help you and your family stay safe and healthy
on your vacation.
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Have You Been Missing Our Healthy Tip of the Week?
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Each week the UT Medical Center website offers a new health
tip to help you improve your health and develop a healthier lifestyle one
step at a time. From recipes and food ideas to exercise tips and
relaxation, the Healthy Tip of the Week can get you a jump start to the
healthier you - Be sure to check it out!
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information, healthy living tips, resources and current news each day.
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UT Medical Center website wins 2009 Hermes Award
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UT Medical Center was presented as a Gold Winner of the 2009
Hermes Awards in the Overall Website category based on its quality,
creativity and resourcefulness.
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