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If you have a sleep disorder like sleep apnea, you might want to consider talking to your doctor about your risk for heart disease. Sleep apnea is a…
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When we think of cardiovascular disease, the mind often goes straight to dramatic events like heart attacks. Most of us know that hardened, clogged…
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Pregnancy is a life-changing experience, mentally, emotionally and physically. And while there are many obvious physical changes, there are also some…
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Joint replacement is not about age. It is about whether pain is limiting your life and keeping you from doing what you love. If arthritis has worn…
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When your child says their legs hurt, it can be difficult for parents to determine what is causing the pain. Is it a normal part of growing up or a…
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When we hear “spring training,” we often picture baseball players preparing for a new season. But many of us are athletes in our everyday lives…
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The number of hip and knee replacements performed each year in the United States continues to climb, with more than 2 million patients undergoing…
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When something is going on with your health, most people fall into one of two categories: Keep it to yourself for fear of what others will think or…
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Known as a silent disease because there are typically no symptoms before a fracture, osteoporosis is the most common cause of fractures in…
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Skin rashes are very common and can show up in many ways. They can be caused by things like heat, allergies, irritation, medications, or underlying…
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Getting sufficient quality sleep is critical for overall health and wellbeing. Yet many of us are challenged by chronic sleep deprivation, with a host…
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Like many busy professionals, Lisa Agostino attempted to work through the increasing pain in her hip that continued to slow her down. The 51-year-old…
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Aloma Figueroa was out of town visiting her sister when a fluke fall led to a severely broken wrist. “I was walking and then all of a sudden I wasn’t…
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Coronary arteries supply your heart muscle with the blood it needs to work properly. When these arteries become clogged or narrowed, blood flow to the…
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Everyone experiences an upset stomach from time to time. It’s not pleasant, and you become way more familiar with your bathroom than you’d like. But…
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Hip pain nearly benched former NBA player Ronnie Grandison from the active life he loves. Thanks to ultra-minimally invasive hip replacements at…
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With spring and warmer temperatures around the corner, kids of all ages will be spending more time outside in sports and outdoor activities, some of…
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Joint pain is one of the most common health complaints, affecting people of all ages. Whether it’s caused by arthritis, sports injuries, or everyday…
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Receiving a new medical diagnosis can be overwhelming, with many unknowns — especially when it’s brain cancer. Hearing the words “you have a brain…
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare. Across the world, doctors are discovering ways that AI can positively impact how they…
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Strokes are frightening and sometimes life-changing medical emergencies. Because they happen with little or no warning, they often seem like they come…
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You can usually tell when something feels “off” with your health. Fatigue, unexplained aches or constant thirst are signals your body sends when it…
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For many people, one of the biggest barriers to exercise is the overwhelming idea of exercise itself. Social media feeds are filled with marathon…
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We are quite literally surrounded by plastic, and tiny plastic elements known as microplastics are now found just about everywhere — including in…
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Kidney stones and gallstones can both cause sudden, intense pain along with nausea and vomiting — symptoms that often send people to the emergency…
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When musician and audio-visual technician Jason Ledgard suddenly could not hear out of his left ear, he found a partner in healing at the Wound Care &…
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If you carry a lot of weight around your waist, you’re boosting your risk for heart disease. If you have high blood pressure or diabetes you are also…
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Lymphedema — a buildup of fluid under the skin that causes swelling — is a potential risk and fear for some women undergoing surgical treatment for…
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Hip pain is a not infrequent complaint for men and women of all ages, though it is more common in older adults who are often beginning to develop…
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Pain can be one of the biggest deterrents for regular exercise, but it can also perpetuate a vicious cycle that keeps people in a state of discomfort…
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The growing popularity of electric bikes and scooters has led to lots of fun zipping around — and an increase in serious injuries. Each year, over 20…
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This March, National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, Endeavor Health gastroenterologist Jason Kramer, MD, has a critical message to patients: Do…
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Spring is a season of renewal, inspiring many to embrace a healthier lifestyle. As with any new changes to our routine, starting out is usually the…
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A colonoscopy does more than check a box on your to-do list. It is the gold standard for finding colon cancer early and one of the only screening…
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Hearing the words “You have colon cancer” can feel overwhelming and frightening. If you or someone you love is facing this diagnosis, it helps to know…
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A colonoscopy is a simple, effective procedure that allows your doctor to look for polyps and early signs of colon cancer. Finding and removing polyps…
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No cancer survivor wants to hear the dreaded news that their disease has come back. However, many cancer recurrences are very treatable and…
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Worried that long workdays are becoming the norm for you, rather than the exception? More importantly, could working too much be bad for your health…
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Does just thinking about getting a colonoscopy make you nervous? You aren’t alone. Some people ignore screening recommendations due to fear or…
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Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer-related death. Though most colon polyps do…
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Research has long shown that what we eat is important for keeping our hearts healthy. But some people hesitate to even try a heart-healthy diet…
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Each year, approximately 40,000 people in the United States develop a condition known as Bell’s palsy — temporary facial nerve paralysis that usually…
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We often think of aging as something that happens later in life — but for many people, the signs can start showing up much earlier than expected…
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If it’s hard to sleep because it feels like you need to keep moving your legs, you aren’t crazy. You may have restless legs syndrome (RLS), a…
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That extra weight you’re carrying around your waist could put you at an increased risk for heart attack. Maintaining a healthy weight benefits your…
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In January 2026, actor Catherine O’Hara, 71, died from a pulmonary embolism, or a blood clot in her lung. This emergency medical situation occurs when…
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When it comes to heart disease, Endeavor Health cardiologists combine expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional care. Endeavor…
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Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but one form of heart attack — formerly known by the antiquated term “widowmaker” — can…
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Illness, disability or serious chronic disease are not all inevitable. As we age, our risk for disease increases. And there are some common diseases…
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Heart disease and stroke kill more people in America each year than any other cause. Considering that, it makes sense to try to learn as much as we…
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Women are great at juggling it all, including family, work, pets, parents and everyone else’s needs. This often puts heart health last on the list…
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Popular weight loss drugs like Zepbound and Wegovy are GLP-1 receptor agonist medications, and they are a game-changer in weight management. But…
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Do you consider yourself someone who can thrive on just four hours of sleep? While it may feel like you are functioning well, your body tells a…
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Women are no strangers to hormone fluctuations. They experience hormone changes during puberty, with monthly menstrual cycles, pregnancy and menopause…
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With the Winter Olympic Games underway, we’re reminded just how powerful the human body can be. But for some of us, injuries or chronic pain make…
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In the fight against heart disease, a heart scan can be your best ally. Heart disease is often a “silent” disease with no symptoms, or ones that are…
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You’ve likely heard of epilepsy and that it has something to do with seizures. It does — but not everyone who experiences seizures has epilepsy.…