Gastrointestinal cancer, or cancer of the digestive system, includes cancers of the esophagus, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon) and rectum. Some form of gastrointestinal cancer is newly diagnosed in more than 250,000 Americans annually. This figure …
If you’re over the age of 50 and experience leg pain when you walk or climb stairs, don’t ignore it. Studies show that one in five adults over 55 have Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD), a common circulation problem that can …
When it comes to men and women, differences exist beyond the obvious. Research has shown that women are more vulnerable than men to some diseases and may have different symptoms and responses to treatment in many major areas of health, …
After a busy day, nothing is more desirable than a good night’s sleep. Instead, nearly 18 million Americans suffer from some kind of sleep disorder, leaving them feeling continuously sluggish, distracted and irritable.
“Whether people have problems falling asleep, staying …
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this year is recommending that families get their seasonal flu vaccines as soon as they can.
With the nation’s focus on the development of a vaccine for the H1N1 pandemic flu …
Acupuncture is used for a wide range of conditions, from arthritis and low back pain to infertility. Over the past 10 years, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine has supported extensive research on …
Perhaps the season’s emphasis on “boardwalk banquets,” pool-side margaritas and drive-by ice cream vendors has caused you to gain a few extra pounds. There are several steps you can take now to help you keep your weight from escalating and …
Can aspirin help you survive a heart attack or ward one off if taken preventatively? Doctors have been aware of the cardiovascular benefits of aspirin for years, but that doesn’t mean we should all start taking a daily dose.
“Multiple …
Most parents are a little uncertain about the right time and reason to take their daughter to a gynecologist for the first time.
Cooper obstetrician & gynecologist Saifuddin T. Mama. M.D., M.P.H., who specializes in pediatric and adolescent gynecologic …
Parents of children involved in athletics are advised to educate themselves and their children about head injury and concussion before the season begins.
“The diagnosis and treatment of concussions and their long-term effects on athletes continue to be an evolving …