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Tag Archives: prevention

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Top 10 Ways to Communicate in an Emergency

By admin | Published: September 28, 2012
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Is your family prepared if severe weather, a fire, a lengthy power outage or an evacuation occurs? Would you know what [...]

Posted in Home, Story | Tagged prevention | 1 Response

Surviving Ovarian Cancer: Are Cancer Screenings Beneficial?

By admin | Published: September 11, 2012
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Cancer Wellness helps men manage emotions after a diagnosis.

Posted in Article, Video | Also tagged Cancer Care, women's health | 2 Responses

Vaccinations Adults Need to Have

By HWMDteam | Published: August 30, 2012
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You likely know the children in your family need vaccinations, but did you know adults need to keep their vaccines [...]

Posted in Article, Home | Also tagged Dr. Andrew Brown, flu shots, immunization, Immunization Awareness Month, vaccination | Leave a comment

Jim Sams, M.D.

By admin | Published: July 18, 2012
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Jim Sams, M.D. is living the Piedmont Promise.

Posted in Expert | Tagged prevention | Comments closed

10 Ways to Fight Depression – Naturally

By admin | Published: May 24, 2012
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Getting the blues from time to time is normal. But it doesn’t always make coping with depression any easier. As [...]

Posted in Article, Story, Tips | Also tagged depression, Mental Health, natural remedy | Leave a comment

10 things to know about cervical cancer

By admin | Published: January 28, 2012
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10 things to know about cervical cancer.

Posted in Article, Story, Video | Also tagged breakthrough, Cancer Care, women's health | Leave a comment

Jogging Your Way to Alzheimer’s Prevention

By admin | Published: January 6, 2012
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Dr. Randy Martin: If you are a regular HealthWatchMD viewer, you have heard me say many times how beneficial exercise [...]

Posted in Article | Also tagged blood pressure, brain health, Exercise, Fast Friday, sleep, stress | Leave a comment

4 Reasons Giving Back Is Good for Your Health

By admin | Published: December 24, 2011
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During the holidays, it seems we are more aware of others and try to make conscious acts of kindness, such [...]

Posted in Story | Also tagged Cancer Care, Diabetes & Endocrine Health, heart disease, stress | Leave a comment

Don’t Let a Cold Drag You Down This Holiday

By admin | Published: December 23, 2011
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Dr. Martin: As we all prepare to celebrate the holidays this weekend and next week, it’s important to take care [...]

Posted in Article | Also tagged children's health, cold, cough, Diet & Nutrition, Fast Friday, germs, sneeze, virus, women's health | Leave a comment

The potentially life-saving test smokers may need to take

By admin | Published: December 22, 2011
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Dr. Randy Martin: Chronic lung disease is a major killer of Americans and unfortunately, many people who have it are [...]

Posted in Video | Also tagged breathing & allergies, Cancer Care, lungs, vascular health | Leave a comment

One in four people suffer from this painful condition

By admin | Published: December 20, 2011
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Dr. Randy Martin: Lately it seems like almost everyone has or at least knows someone who has arthritis. According to [...]

Posted in Video | Also tagged bone, Muscles & Joint Health, weight loss | Leave a comment

Fast Friday: Can Watching a Funny Movie Keep You Healthy?

By admin | Published: December 16, 2011
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This holiday season, you are likely making plans to spend time with family and friends, travel and shop. While it’s [...]

Posted in Article | Also tagged anger, arrhythmias, blood pressure, Exercise, Fast Friday, heart attack, heart disease, heart failure, laughter, Mental Health, sleep, stress | Leave a comment

7 Medical Exams Most Adults Need to Have in 2012

By admin | Published: December 10, 2011
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As a New Year approaches, what better time to think about scheduling your yearly health exams? Below is a list [...]

Posted in Story | Also tagged blood pressure, Cancer Care, cholesterol, Diabetes & Endocrine Health Bone, heart disease, men's health, Muscles & Joint Health, women's health | Leave a comment

Fast Friday: The unwelcome gift this holiday season

By admin | Published: December 9, 2011
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Dr. Randy Martin: It’s the time of year when we all get together for the holiday season. There is a [...]

Posted in Article | Also tagged Fast Friday | Leave a comment

With healthcare reform comes need for new primary care system

By admin | Published: December 8, 2011
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Dr. Randy Martin: The reality is that it is hard to find a primary care doctor these days who will [...]

Posted in Video | Tagged prevention | Leave a comment

Could a trip to the dentist help prevent a heart attack?

By admin | Published: December 6, 2011
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Dr. Randy Martin: I bet you are used to hearing from your dentist that it is a good idea to [...]

Posted in Video | Also tagged cardiology, dental hygiene, Diet & Nutrition, fitness, Heart & Vascular Health, heart attack, heart disease, Stroke | Comments closed

Top 5 Ways to Stay Healthy While You Holiday Shop

By admin | Published: December 3, 2011
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Tis the season for trips to the mall, wrapping presents and compiling gift lists. If you are like most Americans [...]

Posted in Story | Tagged prevention | Leave a comment

Before you get the flu shot — is it really safe?

By admin | Published: December 1, 2011
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Dr. Randy Martin: Flu season runs from October to April, and unfortunately, influenza kills thousands of people in the United [...]

Posted in Video | Tagged prevention | Leave a comment

Janet Keen, R.N.

By admin | Published: November 30, 2011
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Posted in Expert | Tagged prevention | Comments closed

Can a wrinkle solution help your migraine headache?

By admin | Published: November 29, 2011
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Can Botox relieve your migraine?

Posted in Article, Package Sub2, Story, Video | Also tagged stress, vascular health | 1 Response
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