October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month making it a perfect time to talk about the disease. This month, learn about common breast cancer myths as well as how the disease affects younger women differently. You’ll also meet Laura and find out how she was able to defeat breast cancer with the help of her Edward-Elmhurst Health care team.
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Laura’s Story: “I felt well cared for throughout the journey.”
By Dr. Soina Baweja
Laura Troche, 47, is proactive about her health. She watches her nutrition, gets regular exercise and sees her doctor for routine exams and preventive care. But during the spring of 2020, she noticed a strange ...
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11 Myths About Breast Cancer
By Dr. Christine Gresik
There are a lot of facts about breast cancer. For example, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. Unfortunately, there are also a lot of myths and misconceptions about ...
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How is Breast Cancer in Young Women Different?
By Dr. Sania Raza
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer and the leading cause of cancer death in females worldwide. However, it’s uncommon in women younger than age 40. This group makes up only about five ...
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Antibody Infusion Offers High-Risk Patients Immunity Boost to Fight COVID-19
While the vaccine remains the best way to protect yourself from COVID-19, antibody infusions can help lessen the chance of severe illness and hospitalization for those who contract the virus.Your body naturally makes antibodies to fight infection. But with ...
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What is The Delta SARS-CoV-2 Variant, And Should We Be Worried?
As we enter the summer of 2021, COVID-19 infection rates are at an all-time low. In the United States, with 92% of seniors over 65 having received at least one COVID-19 vaccine, the most vulnerable are ...
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Make the Most of Summer 2021
The summer of 2021 looks promising, thanks to rising vaccination rates and fewer cases of COVID-19. Many states have lifted travel restrictions and capacity limits, making domestic travel a safe possibility. If you’re fully vaccinated against COVID-19, you can ...
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What You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. By 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million.
Chances are, you or a loved one ...
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Eight Tips to Age Well
Thanks to smarter health choices, better nutrition and more access to healthcare, people are living longer. According to the Population Reference Bureau, the number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to nearly ...
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What You Actually Need to Eat to Lose Weight
Many popular diets claim you can quickly lose weight if you just avoid eating certain foods. If only weight loss was that cut and dried.
As a dietitian, here are some of the most common weight ...
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Take a Hike! Challenge (Through Oct. 27)
This fall, we invite you to join the Healthy Driven Take a Hike! Challenge. For eight weeks, from Sept. 1 to Oct. 27, rediscover the healthy benefits of being active and spending time outdoors. It’s ...
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Webinar: Osteoporosis: It's Good to be Dense
Osteoporosis is manageable with early diagnosis. Left untreated, poor bone density can increase the risk of hip and spine fractures, leading to disability. Less severe complications can include back pain, lost height, and hunched posture. ...
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Jumpstart Your Health Informational Session (Online, Oct. 21)
If you’re ready to commit to living a healthier, more active life, please join us (virtually) to learn about our Jumpstart Your Health program. Jumpstart Your Health is a virtual year-long, group lifestyle change program ...
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Take an Active Role in Your Health
By Mary Lou Mastro
Remember – what you do today directly impacts how you’ll feel tomorrow. We’ll help you take an active role in feeling your best.
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