A Revolution in Medical Imaging!
Pretend for a moment that your doctor is a super-hero with x-ray vision. He could simply look at you and detect diseases at very early stages by seeing three dimensional images of the minute details of the organs in your body. Sound far-fetched? Not any more, since Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center recently installed the most advanced CT system available in the nation - the SOMOTOM Sensation 64! Lourdes is proud to be the first hospital in the entire Delaware Valley to offer this remarkable tool.
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Workshop on Sacred Poetry
The Souls' Language, a workshop series on sacred poetry, will be offered at the Lourdes Wellness Center in late August. Anyone can join us with a desire to express what is essential and mysterious. People of all faiths, denominations, spiritual practices and simply those who want "the beauty they love to be what they do" (as Rumi said) are welcome. To learn more about this special offering,
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AUGUST 2005
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
School-Age Children Benefit from 60 Minutes of Physical Activity Every Day
Many children exercise in bursts: a little hopscotch in the morning, a game of tag at recess, and a pick-up game of basketball after school. This approach can provide just as many health benefits as jogging or biking for 30 minutes straight—as long as children exercise long enough and hard enough. 
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Vitamin E Fails to Provide Women with Heart Disease Protection
Some research has suggested that taking vitamin E could lower heart disease risk in women. However, a new study shows that taking this supplement doesn’t offer protection against heart disease or stroke. Experts offer proven heart-healthy recommendations.
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Nodular Melanoma Hard to Spot
The most dangerous type of skin cancer often goes unnoticed. Here’s how you can scout out melanoma.
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A Little TLC Can Help Control Psoriasis
Can't seem to relieve the itch of psoriasis? Don’t let it get under your skin—you can find comfort.
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Immunization Timetable to Keep Your Child Healthy
Do you know if your child is up-to-date on her immunizations? Check out the following chart with recommended ages for routine shots.
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