What Are Bunions?
Do none of your shoes seem to fit comfortably? Is your big toe consistently swollen or sore? Is your foot pain sometimes too intense to walk? These are all signs that you may be suffering from a bunion. Bunions, also known as hallux valgus, are bony protrusions at the base of the big toe. Bunions are quite common, affecting almost […]
Read MoreGriffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers Offers Winter Semester for Medical Assistant, CNA, and Phlebotomy
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for the winter semesters of Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Phlebotomy programs. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and accelerated CNA programs start Jan. 17, 2022 and the Phlebotomy program begins Jan. 18, 2022. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant program runs for 28 weeks with classes […]
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What are the signs you may need a knee replacement?
One of the biggest detriments to your quality of life can be joint pain. Joint pain can keep you from doing many of the activities you love (like hiking, skiing, or dancing), and even grow so severe that daily tasks become too painful. If joint pain is keeping you from enjoying your life to the fullest, a knee replacement could […]
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Breast Health Guide
It’s normal for the size, shape and texture of your breasts to fluctuate. Things like weight gain, exercise, age, pregnancy, breastfeeding and menopause can all cause “normal” breast changes. This guide will help you practice breast awareness, understand breast cancer risk factors, and gain tips to improve your breast health. What’s Normal, What’s Not Breasts come in different sizes, shapes, […]
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What is the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
Isn’t all joint pain the same—if it hurts, it hurts? The answer is no: although the symptoms of different types of arthritis can be quite similar, there is a significant difference between their causes and treatments. Determining which type of arthritis you have is the key to finding an effective treatment that will help you move freely and return to […]
Read MoreEnter Your Chance to Win Prizes throughout November with The Valley Goes Pink
The Valley Goes Pink Campaign is holding a prize calendar fundraiser throughout November. The prize calendar offers great prizes for each day in November, including gift certificates for local businesses, a Nintendo Switch and a 55-inch Samsung television. Tickets are $25 each. One winner will be drawn each day in November. Tickets will be put back into the pot, so […]
Read MoreThirteenth Annual Center for Cancer Care 5K Walk/Run raises record $65,000
More than 300 participants raised an event record $65,000 at the 13th Annual 5K Walk/Run to Benefit the Center for Cancer Care, which was held on Sept. 25. “The success of the Center for Cancer Care 5K Walk-Run demonstrates just how close our community is, and how committed we all are to caring for each other,” said Griffin Health President […]
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Genetic Counseling & Testing at Griffin Health
The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness offers genetic counseling and testing services to individuals and their families to help them better understand their chances of being affected by breast cancer, which allows them to make more informed decisions about testing and treatment. Genetic testing for cancer is the process of collecting your detailed personal and family history, assessing your personal […]
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Lifestyle Tips to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer
Every year in the United States, approximately 245,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast grow out of control, and can form a tumor, and may invade nearby healthy tissue. There are many factors that can influence your chance of getting breast cancer. Some factors you cannot change, such as your family history […]
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Understanding Cervical Health
The cervix is a canal in the lower part of the uterus. During pregnancy, the cervix helps hold the fetus inside the uterus until delivery when it flattens and opens, allowing the baby to move into the birth canal. The cervix also allows menstrual blood to leave the body. Routine screenings, such as a Pap test, can help find changes […]
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