During the month of February, Cooper University Health Care is celebrating American Heart Month – reminding us all of the importance of raising awareness of heart disease and committing to a heart-healthy lifestyle.
Stroke is the No. 4 killer in this country and is the leading cause of long-term disability. In the United States, it is estimated that someone has a stroke every 40 seconds. Eighty percent of strokes are …
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 …