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  • Robotic Surgery for Lung Cancer

    Lung cancer is a surprisingly common cancer for both men and women. Other than skin cancer, lung cancer is the second most common form of the disease, with only prostate cancer for men and breast cancer for women diagnosed at higher rates. Lung cancer represents 14 percent of all new cancer diagnoses and is the leading cause of death for both men and women. But newer treatment options, such as robotic surgery, can improve the recovery and outcome from lung cancer surgery.

  • Pneumonia: What You Should Know

    The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded us of the deadly potential of pneumonia, with virus-related infections wreaking havoc on the lungs of some patients. But even without COVID-19 in the picture, watching a loved one deal with coughing, wheezing and labored breathing can be a frightening experience. The worrying symptoms can linger even after treatment is complete. 

  • When Are Blood Clots Dangerous? How To Spot Signs

    Blood clots, which form to stop blood loss, typically are nothing to worry about. But that’s not always the case. When clots form abnormally, they can cause major health problems -- and even death -- if not caught early. 

  • Questions To Ask Before Bariatric Surgery

    With 70 percent of the United States’ population overweight or obese, and many dealing with chronic health issues, weight-loss surgery has become an increasingly sought after solution.

  • 'Get Up’ Became Egamer’s Mantra After First Blood Clot

    Egamer and esports commentator Geoff "iNControl" Robinson died in July 2019 at the age of 33 from a blood clot in his lungs. Six years earlier he had been hospitalized for a blood clot in his leg. That event turned him into a vocal advocate for getting gamers up and moving in order to prevent the condition.

  • Don’t Skip Your Flu Shot This Year

    Why It's Important To Get Your Flu Shot  Between 2010 and 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that strains of

  • Don’t Put Off Joint Replacement Surgery: Here’s Why

    Chronic health conditions, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, bone infections and fibromyalgia, can leave you with aching knees or hips, making a joint replacement your best option for treatment.

  • A Journey of Quality – Bonnie Onofre, MSN, RN, NEA-BC

    Looking back, Bonnie Onofre, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, can’t recall a time when she pictured herself becoming a teacher, lawyer or businesswoman — or in any other profession besides nursing. “For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be a nurse,” she says with a smile. “I can’t remember a specific time or event where I wanted to do anything different.”

  • Donating Blood? Here’s How to Prepare

    For the past 50 years, the American Red Cross has joined forces with hospitals and blood banks across the country to replenish our nation’s crucial blood supply. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the need. But before you schedule that appointment, you should make some tweaks in your diet.

  • Expectant and New Moms: Watch for These Signs

    Pregnancy and new motherhood can be joyful and unforgettable, but these precious moments also bring a whole host of new challenges that can seem overwhelming. Between getting to know a new human being, midnight feedings, body image issues and a complete overhaul of your schedule, you may experience feelings of exhaustion and frustration.