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A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
April 5, 2022
Did you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of...
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Colonoscopies 101: Why they’re important, why it might be time to get one and why they’re easier than you might think
March 29, 2022
Remember the good old days? Did you have a favorite disco outfit? Did you ever get dropped off to meet your friends at the roller rink? Or spend hours by the radio in high school during the 80s, waiting to record your favorite songs for a new mixtape? If you...
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 8, 2022
In the 1980s and 1990s, the NBC broadcast network began branding their primetime lineups to promote their sitcoms and dramas. One phrase in particular quickly entered the pop culture lexicon after it debuted in 1993. The phrase? Must See TV. If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and...
read morePerson Memorial Hospital Implements DAISY Award Program for Extraordinary Nurses
March 3, 2022
Person Memorial Hospital invites nominations for recognizing nurses for exemplary bedside nursing care.
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 24, 2022
Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember...
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
February 23, 2022
As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity.
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We Heart Dessert!
February 22, 2022
How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence. Luckily for your...
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How Weight Weighs on Your Heart
February 17, 2022
Many of us have made New Years resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier and exercise. When we don’t always follow through, it’s not because we don’t want to be healthier. More often, life just gets in the way. But even with life’s challenges, it’s important for us to find ways to...
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Take as Directed: Talking to Your Doctor About Medications
February 16, 2022
An important step in taking charge of your health is speaking with your healthcare provider about medications you are taking, including its favorable results and any potential side effects.
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Heart Disease 101: Warning Signs for Women
February 4, 2022
As the number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you might think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart...
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