September is Sepsis Awareness Month.  Sepsis affects more than a million Americans each year and leads to death for about a third of them.  Although sepsis is common and potentially deadly, a recent survey found that fewer than half …

Recent stories in the news have linked a condition called chronic traumatic encephalopathy with traumatic or repetitive injuries in sports, particularly football. But what exactly is this condition and why should athletes of all ages be concerned?

Chronic traumatic …

The warmer months present the optimal time to enjoy the outdoors, whether participating in organized sports or simply taking a stroll in fields, parks and woods. Good for you if you are out and about, but remember to take precautions …

Cleft and craniofacial conditions affect thousands of infants, children, teens, and adults in the United States each year. Some are born with congenital anomalies like cleft lip and palate, others with more complex, life-threatening craniofacial conditions. Despite extensive research about …

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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 …

Whether you just had your first child or are a seasoned veteran, one of the first things you are attuned to as a parent is if something is “wrong” with your child. Umbilical hernias are among those conditions that are …

Breast Cancer

• The death rate due to breast cancer in African-American women is 39% higher than in the general population of white women.
• Aggressive breast tumors are more common in younger African-American and Hispanic/Latina women. This more aggressive form of

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 …