While women of all races and ethnic backgrounds need to take steps to keep themselves healthy and prevent against cancer, a close look at cancer incidence and death statistics show that certain groups in the United States suffer disproportionately from …
Most people can reduce their risk of developing colon cancer through diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and by getting routine colorectal cancer screenings. Colonoscopies can not only detect early stage colon cancer, but can prevent it by removing polyps. Below …
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 …
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 …
Sticking to your New Year’s resolutions is always tricky, especially those around weight loss. But with small changes to your routine, healthier eating habits can be adopted to help make your 2017 the best one yet!
First, make sure you …
For many people, it’s the first thing we drink in the morning and often the “go to” pick me up in the afternoons. We like it brewed, flavored, and served in a myriad of fancy ways any time of …
Winter is here and with it comes a host of illnesses and injuries that catch us off-guard each year. Fortunately, injuries and illnesses that would have necessitated a trip to the Emergency Room can now be treated at Cooper Urgent …
The last thing any family wants during the holidays is a trip to the Emergency Room. According to a study published in Clinical Pediatrics analyzing emergency room data from 1990 to 2011, there has been a 40 percent increase in …
With the holiday season quickly approaching, it is important to stay safe while enjoying the time spent with family. Paying attention to safety will ensure a happy holiday season. The Level 1 Trauma Center at Cooper University Health Care wants …
By David D. Shersher, MD
Thoracic Surgeon, Lung Cancer Center, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women (other than skin cancer). Lung …