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Common heartburn may point to more serious conditions
This content is sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center Heartburn is everywhere: commercials for cures are on TV, antacids can be found in medicine cabinets around the country and long-term solutions are the focus of…
2 weeks ago -
How the flu can affect your heart health
The flu is an extremely common ailment that many people suffer with every year – yet there is a more serious health issue that may arise as a result of the flu: an increased heart attack risk.
3 weeks ago -
Mammograms: When to get one and what to know about the procedure
A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast that can detect a breast cancer or its early signs. At a time when guidelines seem to often change for when people should get a mammogram, it should not be overlooked as a vital step in every woman’s life.
1 month ago -
Pituitary tumors: Warning signs, different types and cures
Pituitary tumors can be quite common and are classified by the type of hormones they secrete.
2 months ago -
Paraesophageal hernia: What it is and when you should see a doctor
Hernias are a common ailment that many people experience in their lives. While the common hernia involving the intestines may ring a familiar tone, people may not know as much about paraesophageal hernias.
2 months ago -
Heart valve disease: What it means and advancements in surgical repairs
Heart valve disease, when one or more of the heart’s four valves don’t work properly, can be a complex cardiovascular issue; however, minimally invasive procedures to address the condition are making great strides, helping patients carry out long and fulfilling lives.
3 months ago -
Hernia repair options and if robotic surgery is right for you
Hernias can be troubling for those who experience them, but advancements in surgery and treatments have allowed patients to receive care that can result in lower infection risks and fewer complications.
3 months ago -
How we help diabetic patients avoid amputation and when it’s the best option
Complications with diabetes can result in foot or toe amputations, but patients can make choices to minimize the need for such a procedure.
4 months ago -
HPV-related head, neck cancers: Warning signs, treatment options and at-risk groups
HPV is a sexually transmitted infection often associated with causing cervical cancer in women, but some strains can be linked to head and neck cancers. These HPV-related cancers are spiking among younger and healthier adults, leading to renewed research efforts and scrutiny from doctors.
4 months ago -
Gluten free: What it means and if the diet is right for you
Gluten free is way of life for many people who suffer from celiac disease or other gluten sensitivities, and while there are some bright spots on the horizon, there is still a lot to learn about ailments that restrict gluten.
5 months ago -
The future of heart care: Health and fitness apps
Have you ever considered using an app to help with your medical care? Convenient and fast, literally at your fingertips, medical programs for smart devices are the future of medical care and monitoring.
5 months ago -
A serious emergency: What you need to know about sudden hearing loss
If you experience sudden hearing loss and don’t seek medical attention promptly, you could lose your hearing permanently.
6 months ago -
How food can raise or lower colorectal cancer risk
Your diet plays a part in preventing this deadly disease.
6 months ago -
After weight loss surgery: What you need to know about excess skin removal
Bariatric surgery helps resolve obesity-related conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. But it also leaves patients with some excess skin, which can be extremely debilitating.
7 months ago -
Heartburn? Back pain? It could be a heart attack
About 25 percent of all heart attacks are silent, meaning the symptoms go unnoticed or are mistaken for other conditions.
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