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Sepsis: Knowing the Early Signs Can Save Lives

September 12, 2017 Leave a Comment

September is Sepsis Awareness Month.  Sepsis affects more than a million Americans each year and leads to death for about a third of them.  Although sepsis is common and potentially deadly, a recent survey found that fewer than half …

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What Is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy or CTE?

August 29, 2017 Leave a Comment

Recent stories in the news have linked a condition called chronic traumatic encephalopathy with traumatic or repetitive injuries in sports, particularly football. But what exactly is this condition and why should athletes of all ages be concerned?

Chronic traumatic …

Posted in: Cooper Connections Tagged: Bone and Joint Institute, concussion, sports medicine

When A Tick Bite Needs Medical Attention, Urgent Care Centers are Available

July 26, 2017 Leave a Comment

The warmer months present the optimal time to enjoy the outdoors, whether participating in organized sports or simply taking a stroll in fields, parks and woods. Good for you if you are out and about, but remember to take precautions …

Posted in: Cooper Connections Tagged: lyme disease, urgent care

July Is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month

July 10, 2017 Leave a Comment

Cleft and craniofacial conditions affect thousands of infants, children, teens, and adults in the United States each year. Some are born with congenital anomalies like cleft lip and palate, others with more complex, life-threatening craniofacial conditions. Despite extensive research about …

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Umbilical Hernias in Infants

March 16, 2017 Leave a Comment

Whether you just had your first child or are a seasoned veteran, one of the first things you are attuned to as a parent is if something is “wrong” with your child. Umbilical hernias are among those conditions that are …

Posted in: Cooper Connections Tagged: Children's Regional Hospital, pediatric surgery

The Best Way to Prevent Colon Cancer Is Through Screening

March 1, 2017 Leave a Comment

Colorectal cancer is the second most deadly cancer in the United States, but the good news is that it is one of the most preventable types of cancer. Yes, colorectal cancer can be prevented – not just detected – through …

Posted in: Cooper Connections, eHealth Connection, Featured Tagged: cancer screenings, colon cancer, colonoscopy, colorectal cancer, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Wearable Technology: Fleeting Fad or Healthy Trend? A Sports Medicine Perspective

January 31, 2017 Leave a Comment

If you are like the majority of “holiday-goers,” then you just made a New Year’s resolution to live a healthier life. Maybe you are in possession of a new smart watch or fitness tracker that quantifies your fitness and calories …

Posted in: Cooper Connections, eHealth Connection Tagged: Bone and Joint Institute, health tips, new year's resolutions, orthopaedics, technology

Sinus Infection Versus a Cold

January 4, 2017 Leave a Comment

It’s that time of year when many people experience cold and sinus infections. Telling them apart determines how each illness is treated.

Each year, about 31 million people experience sinus infections, usually caused by bacteria growing in the sinuses – …

Posted in: Cooper Connections Tagged: common cold virus, Flu Season, sinus infection
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