There’s nothing quite like eating a good meal. Unless, of course, that meal also includes a side of heartburn. Antacids can help for many people, but the underlying problem is still there because heartburn is a sure sign that something …
Who Should Be Vaccinated Against H1N1?
Flu activity is now widespread in 46 states. A flu vaccine is the single best way to protect against influenza illness. This season, there are two vaccines – one for the seasonal flu and one to protect against the H1N1 …
Halloween Safety Tips
The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper and the American Academy of Pediatrics wishes you and your family a hauntingly happy Halloween, and we encourage children of all ages to be careful when taking to the trick-or-treat trail.
Here are a …
The Trick to Healthy Halloween Eating
Before you dip into that stash of Halloween candy hanging around the house or office, consider this: one “fun size” Baby Ruth bar contains 130 calories and seven grams of fat!
With Halloween just a few days away, even the …
Pregnant Women Advised to Get H1N1 Flu Shot
U.S. health officials stress the importance of pregnant women getting the 2009 H1N1 flu shot when the vaccine becomes available.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the H1N1 flu has hit pregnant women especially hard. About …
New SpyGlass™ System Helping to Diagnose Pancreatic Cancer
A new direct-visualization technology is aiding doctors in the diagnosis of tumors in the pancreas and bile ducts, without the need for invasive surgery. Called SpyGlass™, the scope-type technology allows doctors to enter and look directly into the pancreas and …
Reduce Your Risk for Gastrointestinal Cancer
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 …
Leg Pain: A Symptom Not to Ignore
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 …
Should My Child Get a Flu Shot?
With all the news about seasonal flu and the H1N1 pandemic flu, the Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper understands that parents have many questions about vaccines for their child. We encourage parents and children alike to get the seasonal flu …
Women as Their Own Health Advocates
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, …