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Even though it’s a common cancer screening procedure, it’s completely normal to wonder about what will happen after you get a colonoscopy. Find out why early detection is crucial for beating colon cancer Most people between the ages of 50 and 75 will only need to get a colonoscopy once every five or ten years. […]

What is an endoscopy? In the most simple terms, an endoscopy is a test that helps your doctor learn more about what’s going on inside your body. An upper endoscopy specifically is a highly-accurate, nonsurgical procedure used to investigate problems related to your digestive health that is used to identify the presence of polyps, cancerous […]

It is no secret that opioid addiction is an ongoing challenge in healthcare across the country. The consequences of untreated addiction to opioids or any other substance can be tragic for addicted individuals, their families, and entire communities. In 2017, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared the opioid epidemic to be […]

The National Center of Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities recognizes January as National Birth Defects Prevention Month. It’s important to understand what can cause birth defects to know what prevention methods will best suit you for your pregnancy.

This article is part of the Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy. Whether you’ve been trying to conceive or you’re just starting to think about making a baby, the chances are good that you’re already on the lookout for any early signs of pregnancy. Many couples trying to have a baby know to keep watch for common, […]