Gloria Gaynor is just one of the 27 million Americans who suffer from osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis. When you combine osteoarthritis with the other types of arthritis (rheumatoid and psoriatic, for example), an estimated 91 million Americans have the disease. Here are some of the risk factors for developing arthritis, which is …
Sometime, somewhere, it’s bound to happen to you or someone you love. It could be a broken bone or a torn ligament. Or perhaps, because of osteoarthritis, you need a total hip or knee replacement. Providing medical care for the body’s muscles, bones and joints is one of the essential ways a hospital cares for …
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Best known for her 1978 mega-hit “I Will Survive”—which sold 14 million copies in the first two years and launched her into mainstream superstardom—Gloria Gaynor’s prolific music career spans five decades. When “I Will Survive” was first released, it soared to #1 and remained on the US charts for 27 weeks. Not surprisingly, it immediately …
Take Care of Your Medical Needs Before Your Deductible Resets Have you met the deductible on your health insurance plan? By this time of year, most people have. And that makes October, November and December the best time to take care of those medical needs you’ve been putting off—whether it’s a minor surgery or a …
Your Hospital Registration Checklist No one likes being admitted to a hospital. It’s a stressful situation for anyone. The last thing you need to worry about is the registration process. So use this handy checklist to make sure your next admission is simple, fast and easy. What to bring for hospital registration or pre-admission • …
TREATING SLEEP DISORDERS To Find Mr. Sandman, Sometimes You Need Medical Help. Are you always feeling tired during the day? Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? Do you snore loudly when you sleep or wake up frequently during the night? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, you may be suffering …
Tinnitus If you sometimes hear a ringing in your ears, you’re not alone. Nearly 36 million Americans suffer from this condition, which is called tinnitus. Here’s Dr. Firstname M. Lastname, an Otolaryngologist with Medical Center/Hospital, to tell us more. What is tinnitus? Tinnitus is a ringing sound in the ear. It may come and go, …
Are You At Risk For Diabetes? Are you 45 or older? Are you overweight or obese? If you answered “Yes” to both questions, you may be at risk for diabetes. Other risk factors include a family history of diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Diabetes is a lifelong medical condition marked by high levels …
Sinus Problems Each year, sinus problems, also known as sinusitis, affects 37 million Americans. Sinusitis is the most frequently reported chronic condition in the United States. here’s Dr. Firstname M. Lastname, an Otolaryngologist with Medical Center/ Hospital, to tell us more about this common condition. What is sinusitis? Sinusitis is a swelling of the inner …
A Ruptured Disc Over 80% of all adults will be temporarily disabled by back pain some time in their lives. Here’s Dr. Firstname M. Lastname, an Orthopaedic Surgeon with Medical Center/Hospital, to tell us about one of the most serious causes of severe back pain: a ruptured disc. What is a ruptured disc? Between each …
