What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the lining of the lungs, limiting airflow and causing mild to severe wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. Some of these symptoms, when exacerbated, can lead to what is commonly referred to as an asthma attack. Many factors may trigger an attack, and in some cases might be severe, however […]
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What is COPD?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) a long-term lung disease that makes breathing very difficult. The two common forms of COPD are emphysema and chronic bronchitis. These diseases often occur together, but individuals may have symptoms more characteristic of one than the other. Typically, those with COPD have chronic shortness of breath, a chronic cough, and frequently cough up phlegm. Chronic […]
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If You’ve Suffered Stress Incontinence Once, You’ve Suffered Long Enough
For some of us, a good laugh isn’t something you look forward to. Stress incontinence happens when certain activities add more pressure on the pelvic floor muscles which support and control bladder or bowel function. When these muscles are weak, leakage can be triggered by laughing, sneezing, lifting heavy objects, or exercise. There is help While this can be embarrassing […]
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Tips for Avoiding the Cold and Flu this Season
Flu season will look a little different this year as we are also dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. While there is currently not a vaccine available for the coronavirus, getting a flu vaccine is essential to protect your health and the health of those around you. Keeping your immune system strong and getting your flu shot will not only reduce […]
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The Importance of a Diabetic Foot Exam
People with diabetes are at higher risk for a variety of foot health problems. During a diabetic foot exam, your doctor will check for signs of infection, injury, bone abnormalities, nerve damage (neuropathy), and poor circulation (blood flow). Neuropathy and poor circulation are the two most common foot conditions people with diabetes have. Neuropathy can make your feet feel tingly […]
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Easy Recipes to Help Prevent Diabetes
Here are some healthy recipes that are full of healthy fiber from vegetables, healthy fat and protein. All of these nutrients from whole food sources will help prevent diabetes by keeping blood sugar stable for a long period of time: CHICKEN & WILD RICE SOUP The fresh herbs in this recipe are also known to help reduce blood sugar and […]
Read More A Healthy Lifestyle Can Prevent Diabetes (and Even Reverse It)
The rate of type 2 diabetes is rapidly increasing around the world. Approximately 88 million American adults have prediabetes, which puts you at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Scary, but true: One in five people who have diabetes don’t even know they have it. Research suggests that a healthy lifestyle can prevent diabetes […]
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Diabetes Complications and Prevention
High blood sugar associated with diabetes can affect any part of your body if left uncontrolled. The good news is that you can prevent or delay many health complications by taking good care of yourself. Here are some of the complications caused by uncontrolled diabetes and tips on how you can prevent or manage them. Heart Disease High blood sugar […]
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Take Control of Urinary Incontinence with Bulkamid
Griffin Faculty Physicians Urology has added a new, minimally-invasive treatment option for individuals diagnosed with stress urinary incontinence. Bulkamid is a safe and effective method to treat muscle weakness that causes urinary incontinence. Stress incontinence is common in women and can increase with age. Additional factors include childbirth, obesity or pelvic floor disorder. Stress urinary incontinence is caused by dysfunction in […]
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Knee Replacement with More Precision and Less Pain
The Center for Joint Health at Griffin Hospital offers an innovative treatment for the millions of individuals suffering from pain caused by arthritis or an injury to the knee with Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery. This advanced knee-replacement technology gives surgeons increased accuracy to protect soft tissue and ligaments from damage, resulting in less pain and faster recovery for patients. Incorporating […]
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