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Tuesday, 22 November 2011 20:15 |
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By D. Kevin Lester, M.D.
Knee pain. For thousands of Americans, ranging from professional athletes to parents, weekend warriors and retirees who simply want to enjoy activities such as tennis, skiing, gardening or playing with their grandchildren, a small, nagging twinge has the potential to become a debilitating pain that impacts daily living. Unfortunately, many patients suffer needlessly. In addition to significant surgical improvements and a growing multitude of post-operative success stories, the need for a partial or total knee replacement will nearly always be preceded by a variety of conservative—and very effective—measures. However, should you and your doctor decide together that knee replacement surgery is right for you, rest assured that through making informed, educated choices and committing to a comprehensive rehabilitation program, returning to your normal activities is entirely possible.
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Tuesday, 22 November 2011 20:17 |
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By Kathryn Wage, M.A., CCC-SLP
Keeping your brain healthy should be a high priority, no matter what your age. Just as maintaining your physical health contributes to a high standard of quality of life, good brain health supports your potential for success and wellbeing. When you are young, obtaining enough nutrients and fostering a rich, nurturing environment leads to good cognitive skills for learning. When you are middle-aged, you rely on your brain to excel at work and in your personal life, so that you can meet daily demands without faultering. In the later years, you may be concerned about your brain health and wonder what consequences brain health might have on your independence and overall function. However, no matter what your age, the goal should be to have your “brain span” match your “lifespan.” That’s the ultimate benchmark for a life of optimal and total health.
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Tuesday, 22 November 2011 20:13 |
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By Charaighn Sesock
On Behalf of the American Cancer Society
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women. In fact, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. About two out of three people diagnosed with lung cancer are older than 65, but younger people are at risk as well, especially for certain types of lung cancer. Sex also seems to play a role in the prevalence of lung cancer. The chance that a man will develop lung cancer in his lifetime is about one in 13, whereas a woman’s risk is about 1 in 16. All in all, more than 400,000 people alive today have been diagnosed with lung cancer at some point.
As November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, there has never been a better time to get educated about the risks associated with lung cancer, and to take steps to minimize your risk. As detailed below, lung cancer is largely undiagnosed until the cancer has progressed too far for treatment to be as effective or life-saving as that of other cancers. Prevention is key.
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Tuesday, 22 November 2011 20:21 |
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By Kelly Metz and Jennifer Wojtas
Sometimes it’s the little things that make you begin to worry about your parent or loved one. They settle into a nice warm tub and when trying to get out, they slip and fall, badly injuring their hip, elbow, or head. Or, they are back home after having a hip replacement and cannot fit their walker through the narrow bathroom door. They leave it behind and in trying to rise after finishing, their legs give out and they fall…again. Even something as simple as reading a prescription bottle or remembering a medication schedule can be increasingly challenging for your loved one as they age.
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