Many people think that only heavy drinkers get liver disease—not true. If diagnosed early, chronic liver disease can be treated and managed.
Category: Healthy Living
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4 Common Carcinogens That Are Too Close to Home
What is radon gas and how to protect yourself from other cancer-causing carcinogens at home? Glacial Ridge Health System provides the answers.
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FAQ: Cancer Treatment and the Side Effects of Chemo
The oncology nurse specialists at Glacial Ridge Health System answer questions about the side effects of chemo and conventional cancer treatment.
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Family and Dog-Friendly 5K Scrub Run/Walk on June 11
The GRHS 5K Scrub Run/Walk is a family event; kids, strollers, and dogs are welcome! Timed, but not officially. For guaranteed t-shirt/tank, register by May 25!
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Beyond the Zzzz’s—the Health Benefits of Sleep
Do you have sleep deprivation? There are many health benefits of sleep, yet we are sleeping less than previous generations.
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Safe Medication Disposal – Remove the Risk
Remove the risk of misuse or accidental ingestion of unused and unneeded prescription drugs from your home. Learn how to safely dispose of prescription medications.
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Love/Hate Relationship with Food
A young person's eating disorder can become harmful or even fatal.
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Eating Disorders: When Comfort Food – Isn’t
Eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, or emotional eating can harm your health or even be fatal.
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Just a UTI? Think again.
A urinary tract infection (UTI) can affect anyone. Women get UTIs more frequently than men, and children are also susceptible to infection. UTIs are caused when bacteria enter through the urethra and multiply in the bladder.
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Celebrate Your Successes
Because your life is made up of so many significant little moments, choose to celebrate each success - whether large or small. Check out a few ideas to help keep your momentum going.