Tag: Penn Medicine
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Aquablation Therapy Helps Relieve Symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
By Jamison S. Jaffe, DO Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition that affects millions of men as they age. While not life-threatening, BPH can significantly impact a man’s quality of life. At Penn Medicine Princeton Health, men who are suffering from BPH have a variety of treatment options, including a new innovative therapy…
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Gynecologic Care Decade by Decade
By Christopher A. Naraine, MD Gynecologic care is essential for women’s overall health and wellbeing, and whether you’re 25 or 65, it is important to receive regular gynecologic care and check-ups at every stage of life. Regular visits to the gynecologist can help detect and address any potential health issues early on and can also…
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Busting Myths About People in Larger Bodies
By Rebecca Boswell, Ph.D. Today’s society is heavily focused on thinness and losing weight, from the latest diets to unrealistic body ideals depicted across social media. Given the pervasive emphasis on body size, people in larger bodies often face weight bias based on their physical appearance. And it can take a serious toll on their…
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Manage Your Cancer Risk with Genetic Testing
By Jacquelyn Powers, MS, LCGC No one can exactly predict whether you will develop cancer. But there are many factors that may put you at higher risk, including your genetics. Determining your personal cancer risk may create an opportunity for prevention, early detection, or more effective treatment. As one of the nation’s largest genetics programs,…
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Take Simple Steps to Protect Against Falls, Fractures
By Sangita Verma, PT, DPT, MBA, GCS A sudden misstep can happen to anyone, but older adults as well as individuals with chronic health conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure, or those taking certain medication such as sedatives, are at greater risk for falls. What’s more, a single unexpected tumble can result in…
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Gratitude Can Improve Quality of Life
By Linda Baker, MS, LPC, ATR-BC Did you know that the practice of gratitude can have a major impact on both your emotional and physical health? From improving blood pressure to decreasing depression, regularly practicing gratitude can be a life-changing experience. But what does it really mean to be grateful? How does someone practice gratitude?…
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Health Matters: Follow These Eight Steps to Stay Heart Healthy
By Bipinpreet S. Nagra, MD Approximately every 40 seconds, someone in the United States will have a heart attack, according to the American Heart Association. But while heart attacks are common, many are preventable. With American Heart Month coming up in February, now is a good time to evaluate your heart health and talk with…
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Health Matters: Cancer Clinical Trials Can Help You and Future Patients
By Noah Goldman, MD If you have been diagnosed with cancer, your doctor may recommend that you participate in a cancer clinical trial. In general, clinical trials are designed to help find better ways to prevent, screen for, and diagnose and treat diseases — including cancer. Clinical trials can have many benefits for you…
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Health Matters: Pelvic Organ Prolapse a Common and Treatable Condition
By Rui Wang, MD Though it can be a sensitive issue to talk about, pelvic organ prolapse is a common condition that affects millions of women throughout the United States, especially as they get older. Fortunately, once it is diagnosed, there are a variety of treatment options for pelvic organ prolapse that relieve symptoms and…