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Studies suggest that as many as 1 in 2 women and up to 1 in 4 men age 50 and older will break a bone due to osteoporosis . Osteoporosis is a disease where your bones become weak, brittle and more likely to break. People who have it typically break bones in their hip, spine and wr...
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According to the latest Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Index , of the top 10 health conditions among millennials, six are behavioral-health related. One of those leading health problems is major depression (up 31 percent in 2017 from prevalence in 2014). What is depression? Depres...
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in every 3 American adults has high blood pressure. Without treatment, uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure) can lead to other serious health concerns, including stroke, heart and vision problems, and ...
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You’re pregnant or recently brought your little one into the world, and your excitement is replaced with sadness, irrational thoughts and anxiety. Fifty to eighty percent of new mom’s experience some unexpected weepiness, mood swings and insecurity. How do you know if these feeli...
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Men—don’t drop the ball on your health. While it's easier to talk about sports, catching up with your doctor could improve your quality of life. Schedule a checkup, or find a primary care physician at on Holland Hospital's find a doctor page ....
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Hear Drs. Matthew Hilton and Jason Myers discuss the latest in fitness, sleep and recommended screenings and maintenance. Urologist Dr. John Ludlow will give it to you straight: what you need to know about your hormones and health. Our men’s health experts will help you create yo...
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Life changes with every decade, from graduating college to raising a family to planning for retirement. Regardless of age, all women should make a commitment to embrace a healthy lifestyle. In recognition of National Women’s Health Month , Dr. Laurie Birkholz, Lakeshore Health Pa...
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Hey guys, when’s the last time you checked in with a doctor? How much exercise are you getting each day? (No, couch surfing doesn’t count.) Are you eating enough fruits and vegetables? (French fries don’t count either.) See your doctor regularly . Choose a provider you trust and ...
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Every year, stroke impacts the lives of about 795,000 Americans, and yet, most of us wouldn’t recognize the warning signs of this life-threatening, leading cause of long-term disability. So what’s the best way to fight stroke? Prevention—and knowledge is the key. What is a stroke...
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Oh baby, you’re going to have one! First and foremost, congratulations! While pregnancy is an exciting time, it also comes with a lot to think about, from who you’d like to deliver your baby to which over-the-counter medications are safe to take to what you’d like to name your so...
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