by Richard Selznick, PhD, Director of the Cooper Learning Center
It’s that time of year again. While the optimism of a new school year is in the air, there also are the memories of all of the homework battles and …
Back-To-School Checklist
It’s that time of year again — classrooms have been readied, pencils have been sharpened, and children of all ages are headed back to school. Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper is pleased to offer parents this checklist of additional resources …
Trouble Managing Your Cholesterol- Is Statin Therapy Right for You?
By Perry J. Weinstock, MD, FACC, FNLA
Heart disease, or more specifically, coronary artery disease, is the leading killer of adult men and women in the United States.
Because of this staggering statistic, it’s vital that physicians, nurses and health …
Ringing in Your Ears? Get the Buzz on Tinnitus
Tinnitus is commonly described as a ringing in the ears, but some people also hear it as a roaring, clicking, hissing or buzzing. It may be soft or loud, and it might affect both of your ears or only one. …
Safe Radiology Services for Children
When our children are sick or in pain, we will go to almost any length to figure out the problem and solve it. Radiology services are also helping to achieve that goal. Pediatric radiologists, like those on staff at Cooper, …
Understanding and Preventing Golf Injuries
David B. Gealt, DO, a Cooper University Hospital sports medicine physician with Cooper Bone and Joint Institute, answers some frequently asked questions about golf-related injuries and prevention.
What are the most common golf injuries?
The golf swing and stroke involve …
Fireworks Injure More Than 2,000 Kids Each Summer
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration across the country, and here in Camden County – fireworks are a crowd favorite each year. While fireworks can be fun to watch, they can also be very dangerous.
In 2009, …
Bladder Control: What Men Need to Know
Like women, many men develop bladder control problems as they get older. But urine leakage, frequent urination, or the urgent need to urinate doesn’t have to be an unavoidable part of aging. Whether you’re male or female, bladder control problems …
Know the Signs of a Heart Attack
A heart attack is a frightening event that you probably don’t like to think about. But, if you learn the signs of a heart attack and what steps to take, you can save a life – maybe your own.
Recognize
…Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives
Each year, more than 140,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. The second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, colorectal cancer starts in either the colon or the rectum and affects …