For Your Health Series
A new series of public presentations will continue on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the Willingboro Public Library with "Ask the OB/Gyn – Anything You Want to Know About Women’s Health." Leading the discussion will be Camille Semple-Daly, DO, with the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County. The presentation will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and will be an opportunity to learn about various health issues for women, like pregnancy and menopause. Admission is free, but seating is limited, so call 1-888-LOURDES to register!
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Lourdes Cardiac Services Honored
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center has received five-star ratings for clinical quality excellence in the treatment of heart failure and atrial fibrillation, according to a study released by HealthGrades, the nation's leading provider of independent hospital ratings. In the HealthGrades study, Lourdes also ranked among the ten best heart surgery programs in the state of New Jersey.
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NOVEMBER 2005
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Cigarette Smoke Not the Only Risk for Lung Cancer
Even though it is well known that smoking increases a person's risk for lung cancer, how is it that nonsmokers can get lung cancer? For an explanation and tips on reducing your lung cancer risks, read on.
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Arm Yourself with a Plan to Combat Holiday Overeating
The holidays can put even your best healthy-eating habits to the test. You're not alone—between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, many people add from five to ten pounds. Find out how you can enjoy seasonal goodies without packing on the pounds.
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Daytime Sleepiness Linked to Depression, Obesity and Diabetes
Do you find yourself nodding off a lot during the day? Getting more—-or better-quality—sleep may not be enough to resolve excessive daytime sleepiness.
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Hand Gels Can Keep Your Family Healthy
Antibacterial hand rubs seem to be popping up everywhere. A new study has found that they can help fight off sickness. Get the handy details now.
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Blood Pressure Control and Other Key Steps Prevent Heart Failure
Heart failure primarily affects people in their 70s and 80s. The percentage of people with heart failure climbs from 2 to 3 percent at age 65 to more than 80 percent after age 80. However, you can start treating conditions that lead to heart failure at any age—whether you're 20 or 70.
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Stave Off Yeast Infections with Self-Care Strategies
The itch is an unmistakable tip-off. Yeast infections plague nearly 75% of women at some point in their lives. Learn more on how to treat yeast infections and avoid them.
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