5th Annual Breast Cancer Symposium
The Lourdes Health System will host its 5th Annual "What You Should Know About Breast Cancer: A Community Symposium" on Thursday, Sept. 28 at the Regency Palace in Mt. Laurel, NJ. Registration will begin at 6 p.m. with the program from 7 to 9 p.m. Listen to Lourdes experts discuss breast cancer prevention and early detection, the role of genetics in breast cancer, treatment trends and options, and breast cancer and integrative medicine. Special guest and introduction by CBS 3 anchor Pat Ciarrocchi. The program is FREE, but space is limited. To register, call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-LOURDES (1-888-568-7337)
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Gastric Bypass - Am I a Candidate?
Are you considering having Gastric Bypass Surgery to lose weight? Wondering what’s involved? Learn whether Gastric Bypass is appropriate for you by attending this FREE Community Seminar on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Willingboro Public Library. This presentation will be led by Samual Wesser. M.D., with the Department of Surgery at Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County. Space is limited, so call now to register! 1-888-LOURDES (1-888-568-7337).
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SEPTEMBER 2006
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
CDC Issues New Flu Vaccine Guidelines
Experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have updated their flu prevention and treatment guidelines for the upcoming flu season. Among the changes are new recommendations for children.
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Calcium Supplements May Help Women Control Weight Gain
Calcium supplements already aid many women in getting enough calcium each day to protect their bones against osteoporosis. Now a study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association says calcium supplements may help women limit weight gain as well.
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Study Finds Simple Activities Can Extend Life
Older adults who are physically active have a lower risk for death, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. In fact, even day-to-day activities such as housework — anything that burns calories — may be beneficial.
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Five Habits Help Men Beat Heart Attacks
Five healthy lifestyle choices can help men reduce their risk for heart attack and heart disease by 62 percent. But even adopting just two or more of these good habits can lower a man’s risk.
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Skipping Breakfast Could Lead to Obesity
Think you’ll lose weight by cutting out the calories of breakfast? Think again. Researchers say that people who skip breakfast may be likelier to be overweight. The hungrier you are at lunchtime, the more you may eat and the less self-control you may have against unhealthy foods.
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Early Detection Plays Key Role in Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is the deadliest type of gynecologic cancer. That’s probably because it typically is not diagnosed until it has reached an advanced stage. You can help protect yourself by knowing if you are at risk for this cancer and what symptoms to watch for.
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Pet Owners: Are Pet Tasties Putting You at Risk for Salmonella?
Pet owners know the feeling of how much joy we get from our four-legged friends -- enthusiastic tail-wagging or vigorous purring will almost always bring a smile!  Pet treats are frequently the source of such happy reactions from our pets, but we need to exercise caution when we give treats to our pets so that we may avoid getting sick.
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