Giving up smoking or any nicotine use is a journey, and it can be hard. Here are 10 Quit Tips to help you get started on stopping.
Category: Healthy Living
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Hormone Therapy – Yes or No?
With menopause come questions about hormone replacement therapy. Glacial Ridge Health System’s doctors can discuss the options and provide the best care for you.
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Pay attention to your prostate!
A PSA test can detect prostate cancer early. Learn more. The medical staff at Glacial Ridge Health System know how important it is and encourage regular screening.
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What Men Can Expect the 45th Year
Some prostate cancer risk factors are based on behaviors and men can consider changing their lifestyle to lower their risk.
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Over 40? Reduce your risk of skin cancer from past damage.
Has your skin seen a lot of sun? Learn how to reduce your skin cancer from the most common form of precancerous skin lesions known as actinic keratoses (AKs).
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What is breast density and why does it matter?
For years, you’ve heard about the importance of breast self-examination and why you should have regular mammograms. Now, it’s also important to understand breast density and what it could mean to determine your overall breast health. Breasts consist of fibrous and glandular tissue and fatty tissue. Dense breasts have little fat but more fibrous and...
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Beyond Impact: The Vital Role of Helmets and Recognizing Concussion Symptoms
Protect your young athlete’s brain by knowing more about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of concussions – including tips for optimal helmet protection.
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Exhausted by Summer Heat
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be dangerous! Here are the symptoms of each and some tips from Tom Pahl, PA-C, for our hot summer days. Bonus download.
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Fast Facts About Hormones
When you think “hormones,” do you instantly think “that time of the month,” or if older, menopause? A variety of hormones play important roles in a woman’s life.
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GRHS Launches Food Prescription Program to Boost Patient Health
Introducing our Food Rx program! To qualify, patients must be food insecure, with priority being those who also have a diet-related health condition. Eat better, feel better. Ask your provider for more info!
