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LiveSmart: Getting Slower? Keep on Moving!
As you age, daily exercise and stretching becomes more important than ever.
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Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month. It’s a great reminder for everyone, especially seniors, that there is no better time to re-invent yourself than right now.
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LiveSmart: St. Peter’s Seeking Patients for Breast Cancer Weight Loss Study
If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer and are interested in a weight loss program, you might be able to help researchers conducting a clinical study at St. Peter’s Hospital Cancer Care Center.
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LiveSmart: Begin Screening at 45 for Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer diagnosed among adults in the United States. Since there are very few symptoms associated with colorectal cancer, regular screening is essential.
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LiveSmart: Heading Out for Adventure? Pack a First Aid Kit!
Away from home, you’re also away from your medicine cabinet and, depending on how far you go, your family doctor and convenient health care facilities. A simply stocked first aid kit can keep routine cuts, scrapes and headaches from ruining your trip.
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LiveSmart: Watch Your Step! Learn How to Reduce Your Fall Risk
Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults. The key to fall prevention is identifying why individuals are prone to falling and then managing the underlying risk factors.
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LiveSmart: Urgent Care or Emergency Department – Where Should You Go?
Weighing the convenience of a quick visit to urgent care, versus a possibly longer wait time at the ED, can be a difficult choice. Here’s a quick guide on which one to choose.
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LiveSmart: School Supply List – Don’t Forget Your Vaccinations!
September is right around the corner, which means it’s time to start making those back to school lists! Most importantly – don’t forget to make sure your child is up-to-date on their vaccines.
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LiveSmart: Parents Should Discuss Bladder, Urinary Tract Disorders with Their Child’s Pediatrician
Bladder and urinary tract disorders in children are usually not at the top of most parents’ list of concerns when visiting the pediatrician. However, many families struggle with these issues on a regular basis.
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LiveSmart: No Surprise – When Smoke Gets In, It Damages Your Eyes
Smoking has long been associated with a multitude of health problems, but one area seldom discussed is the effect it has on your eyesight.