World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to underscore the serious nature and high rates of stroke, raise awareness of the prevention and treatment of the condition, and ensure better care and support for survivors.
Thrills and Chills: Why We Like to Be Scared
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From the moment we hear our first ghost story around a campfire, many of us enjoy the thrill we get from the sensation of chills running down our spines.
We love …
How to Build Healthy Bones, Naturally
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Every structure needs a framework for support. For the human body, that framework is our bones. But unlike the scaffolding of a building, our bones are living tissues that need steady …
Hematologic Cancers Increase COVID-19 Risk
On Monday, former Secretary of State Colin Powell died of complications from COVID-19. He was 84.
Secretary of State Powell had been battling multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer. Hematologic cancers, also known as blood cancer, begin in blood-forming …
Game Day Recipes That Put a Fresh Spin on the Classics
It’s not an official tailgate without classic game-day snacks. No matter who you’re rooting for, you’ll want these heart-healthy, tasty options as part of your game plan.
The team at Cardiac Partners at Cooper and Inspira encourage you to celebrate …
When Is Forgetfulness a Problem?
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It’s normal to misplace your car keys from time to time or to forget the name of that British actor with brown hair who was in the movie you saw last …
The Easy, Convenient, and Stress-Free Way to Manage Your Bills
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Cost estimates, payment plans, and automatic payments now available in myCooper
It’s time for the health care financial experience to be easy to understand and navigate.
Now, using your myCooper account, …
Commentary: At-home pregnancy tests aren’t a reliable screening tool for testicular cancer
On Sept. 27, 2021, the following article appeared in USA Today: Fact check: Pregnancy test not reliable screen for testicular cancer (usatoday.com)
…A viral Facebook video is urging men to get tested for a rare type of cancer using a
Is Snoring a Sign of a More Serious Condition?
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The more we learn about sleep, the more we understand how vital it is to our overall well-being. Unfortunately, getting a good night’s sleep can be challenging at times. Stress, caffeine, …
Women in Medicine Month: Meet Dr. Jennifer Burg
September is Women in Medicine Month. Thank you to Jennifer M. Burg, MD, MS, a thoracic surgeon at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, for sharing her experience as a woman in medicine, and her passion for lung cancer …