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By Falon Sisson Diabetes shouldn’t be complicated, and Falon Sisson, a certified family nurse practitioner, is hoping to change how those diagnosed with the disease understand and manage it. WHAT IS DIABETES? There are two main types of diabetes. Type 1 occurs when your body’s own defense system mistakenly attacks the cells that make insulin, […]
By Sidra Khalid Vaccines are one of the ways we can prevent cancer. Particularly for cervical cancer, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines are an important preventative measure. HPV is a sexually transmitted infection. It causes anogenital and oropharyngeal (head and neck) disease in men and women. The HPV virus also is associated with: cervical cancer […]
To the world’s chagrin, COVID-19 is back in the news. Reports of a new strain and rumors of returning mandates understandably have many of us on edge. What’s actually happening, and how concerned should we be? Nurse Practitioner Kristian Spear, Memorial Health System Clinical Director of Physician Clinics, offers some answers: What new strain […]
By Dr. Sidra Khalid Genetic factors can increase the risk of developing ovarian cancer. Genetic testing and counseling are important in patients with ovarian cancers or with a family history of ovarian or other cancers if part of a syndrome. Commonly, testing for BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 mutations is advised. September is ovarian cancer […]
The value of a good night’s sleep can’t be overstated. Unfortunately, one in three adults does not get enough shuteye, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Abha Mishra is a board-certified neurologist, vascular neurologist, and sleep medicine specialist committed to helping her patients get better quality sleep. SLEEP IS VITAL Dr. […]
