Cancer is the #2 health concern for men worldwide. Here’s a quick look at the facts and actions associated with several non-cancer health issues that impact men. CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE Fact: 1 in 4 men will die of heart disease, the leading cause of all death, for both men and women. Stroke is the fifth leading …
Sunburn and excessive exposure to sunlight is the primary cause of skin cancer, the most common form of all cancers. In 2024, it is estimated that nearly 5.5 million new cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S., more than all other cancers combined. However, there are a number of common-sense ways to …
In the ongoing fight against cancer, early detection and an accurate diagnosis are critical to proper treatment and successful outcomes. Hometown Hospital can help detect and diagnose cancer and provide the information you need to guide and determine the best courses of treatment. This essential knowledge can come from one or more of four key …
When it comes to cancer . . . Knowledge is Power! Read More »
1979… It was a good year! McDonald’s introduced The Happy Meal and the Pittsburgh Steelers won the Super Bowl. 1979 may also be an important lifesaving milestone for the nearly 3.5 million Americans born that year. If you are turning 45 in 2024, now is the time to be screened for colorectal cancer, the third …
Fighting Heart Disease with the Power of 4 Just as every human heart has four chambers that work together to pump life-sustaining blood throughout the body, Hometown Hospital believes there are four keys to effectively managing heart disease. Assessment Regular visits with your primary care provider is the most important step you can take in …
How can I reduce my risk of heart disease? Someone dies of heart disease in the U.S. every 33 seconds. Don’t be a statistic! Consider these five simple changes and start lowering your risk. 1) Stop Smoking—The most important thing you can do to improve your overall heath and reduce your risk for heart disease …
Understanding Your Primary Care Provider—A Woman’s Guide For women, seeing your primary care provider (PCP) on a regular schedule offers many benefits. Your PCP can make sure you are up to date with all of your tests and screenings, from breast cancer to osteoporosis. Your PCP can also be your guide as you navigate health …
Being told you have breast cancer can be a gut-wrenching experience for any woman. In addition to the fear, uncertainty and anxiety that comes with the diagnosis, you’ll be wanting answers to many questions. Here is a checklist of some of the more important questions to ask your care team. What type of breast cancer …
Man’s Guide: Choosing a Primary Care Provider (And Why You Need One) According to the Mayo Clinic, men over 50 years of age should have a yearly physical exam, and men under 50 should have a physical exam every three to five years. The reason is simple and straightforward. Having a regular physical, …
A: Listen to your body. Are you suffering from joint pain in your hip, knee or shoulder? Do you experience pain walking or squatting? Is your shoulder motion being restricted by pain? Have you tried non-surgical approaches, such as exercising, stretching, losing weight, taking anti-inflammatory medications or even steroid injection, to relieve the pain, but …
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