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Maintaining a healthy colon is essential to your overall health and well-being. The colon, also known as the large intestine, is a vital part of your digestive system that, when healthy, …
The Trouble With Grapefruit
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Grapefruit is well known for its many healthy properties. It’s high in vitamins C and A and is a good source of fiber, potassium, and folate. And although drinking grapefruit juice …
Commentary: What Is Hospice Care?
Recently, former President Jimmy Carter shared that he and his family have opted for hospice care – are you wondering what this means?
Hospice is a specialized form of medical care provided by an interdisciplinary team of health care providers …
4 Causes of Winter Back Pain
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Many of us are happy that our backs are getting a break this winter, with little need to shovel snow. But if you still find yourself feeling achy, it’s not your …
Commentary: George Clooney’s Bell’s Palsy and When To Go To the Emergency Room
During a recent appearance on The Jimmy Kimmel Show, actor George Clooney shared that he’d had Bell’s Palsy in high school, which could be seen on a throwback photo. “Now wait, I want to point out something, because you’re …
Cooper Cardiologist Dr. Douglas Richter: Insights from a Medical Expert with Marfan Syndrome
Marfan Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness of Marfan syndrome among the public and healthcare community, and it is important to hear from medical experts. One of these is Dr. Douglas Richter; he has a unique connection with …
A Groundbreaking Approach to Treating Advanced Melanoma – Now Available at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
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Researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper are leading the way in clinical trials of a new approach to treating advanced melanoma using tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy.
“TIL therapy …
Get Smart About Cholesterol
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Heart disease is the number one cause of death for both men and women.
February is Heart Month, a good time to review the many risk factors for heart attack and …
3 Expert Tips for Low-Maintenance Skin Care
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The skin care industry is big business. With so many competing products on the market, it is difficult to discern the helpful from the marketing hype. Ashley B. Decker, MD, …
Abstain From Alcohol To Improve Your Health
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After a festive holiday season, many people begin the new year with resolutions to make positive changes in their lives. Not surprisingly, the most common resolutions include, exercising more, eating healthier, …