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Preventing Colorectal Cancer
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a perfect time to take steps to prevent this disease. As many as 60% of the more than 50,000 deaths from colorectal cancer each year could be avoided if everyone age 50 or …
Knowing the Signs of Heart Attack & What to Do
February is American Heart Month — take better care of yours by learning about the signs of a heart attack, how they differ for men and women, and what you can do if you recognize them. A heart attack — …
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Healthy Living Tips for Diabetics and Their Caregivers
The complications from diabetes increase as we age, requiring a high level of diligence to manage this disease. Fortunately, it's never too late to learn how to incorporate healthy lifestyle habits. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, …
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Injuries and Conditions Causing Hip Pain
Fractures are a serious cause of hip pain — but they're not always to blame. The bone, muscles, tendons and cartilage in our hips can become injured or worn down, causing hip pain. Overuse, sports (such as running) and falls …
Join Us for a Health Fair this Valentine’s Day!
Give yourself the gift of good health this Valentine's Day! We will be sponsoring a Health Fair next Thursday, February 14 (Valentine's Day) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for this free event featuring free health screenings, a …
Tips for Taming Your Salt Habit
Say so long to excess sodium. Reduce your salt intake for a healthier heart. Salt has long been used to flavor and preserve foods. Our bodies need sodium to function properly. However, too much salt can have a negative …
Categories: Cardiac Health
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The Dangers of Untreated Sleep Apnea
Occasional disruptions to your sleep pattern is normal, but not treating sleep apnea can be worse than just being tired the next day. Sleep disorders like sleep apnea are often undiagnosed. You may feel the symptoms without realizing you are …
Categories: Sleep Disorders
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Kyphoplasty and Spinal Fractures
If you live with Osteoporosis or have Sudden Back Pain, it is possible you have experienced a Spinal Fracture. Learn more about Spinal Fractures and a minimally invasive procedure called Kyphoplasty. Your spine supports your whole body. The spine is …
Categories: Orthopedic Health
Tags: back pain, balloon, bones, cement, FL, fracture, kyphoplasty, osteoporosis, pain, spine, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg General Hospital, Surgery, vertebra, vertebrae, vertebroplasty
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