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Treatment of primary hyperoxaluria
Slide 1:Hed: Treatment of primary hyperoxaluria Dek: This rare condition causes kidney stones and possibly kidney damage. Find out more about your treatment options.Slide 2:Primary hyperoxaluria is a rare genetic disorder in which your body…
I was preparing for IVF when I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer.
EnglishAs Jacquelyne Froeber tells itI was at work when my cell phone rang.“You have uterine cancer,” said the doctor who called me.I had a huge feeling of panic. I opened my mouth to say, “I must have dialed the wrong number,” but I…
My mother and grandmother both have endometriosis and the doctors still discharged me
As told to Marnie GoodfriendMarch is Endometriosis Awareness Month.As a teenager, I knew my period wasn't normal. I was in severe pain and bleeding from heavy tampons and super maxi pads, even though I changed them frequently. I asked other…
Managing side effects of head and neck cancer treatment
Head and neck cancer accounts for approximately 4% of all cancers in the United States. If caught early, it is treatable. However, these treatments – including surgery, radiation and chemotherapy – can have side effects. Here are some of…
Follow the Mediterranean diet and lower your risk of…everything
We've all heard that a Mediterranean diet rich in legumes, vegetables, olive oil, fish and lean meats is good for us. The evidence is clear: it reduces the risk of dementia, depression, breast cancer and diabetes. That's why, after a visit…
I was preparing for IVF when I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer
As Jacquelyne Froeber tells it I was at work when my cell phone rang. “You have uterine cancer,” said the doctor on the other end. I felt all the blood draining from my body. I opened my mouth to say, “You must have the wrong number,” but…
Why the HPV vaccine is important
+ Video transcriptVideo/ImageVoiceover/AudioWhy the HPV vaccine is importantSUPER:HPV = Human PapillomavirusHPV affects almost everyoneImage: Large group of people, almost all of them have the same colorNarrator: You've probably heard of…
Treatment of primary hyperoxaluria
Slide 1: Hed: Treatment of primary hyperoxaluria Dek: This rare condition causes kidney stones and possibly kidney damage. Learn more about your treatment options. Slide 2: Primary hyperoxaluria is a rare genetic disorder in which…
Introduction to hypertension
EnglishFebruary is Heart Month in the United States.Nearly one in two adults in the United States has high blood pressure, but only half of those people, about one in four, have the disease under control. This means they are at higher risk…
The truth about compounded GLP-1 drugs
GLP-1 drugs are everywhere these days – especially online. If you take a quick scroll through social media, you can find a variety of companies and influencers touting the benefits of GLP-1 drugs, with women typically being the target…
Understanding Lynch Syndrome: What Women Need to Know
+ Teletext: What is Lynch syndrome?: A DNA double helix with different mutation points indicating the specific variants in the MLH1, MSH2, MSH6, PMS2 or EPCAM genes can cause Lynch syndrome.Lynch syndrome is a genetic disorder that makes…
Scientists are making significant progress toward the Epstein-Barr vaccine
Scientists are making progress toward the Epstein-Barr vaccine At the same time, alarming evidence of microplastics in prostate tumors was uncovered.
These two developments represent significant advances in the prevention of viral…
Breaking Down Treatment Options for Graves’ Disease
You may not spend as much time thinking about your thyroid, but it does a lot for you. The small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck helps regulate body temperature, heart rate and metabolism.If you have Graves' disease, an autoimmune…
Emerging Celtics take on Nuggets in Denver – Follow the action
Live Updates: The Surging Celtics take on the Nuggets in Denver as Boston looks to complete a perfect 4-0 road trip to the West Coast.
The Celtics go into tonight's duel with a win after nine wins in their last ten games. Coverage…
Myasthenia Gravis will not stop me from living my best life
February 28th is Rare Disease Day. As Jacquelyne Froeber tells itWhen I was 6 years old, I was running around outside with my friends when I felt my body go limp.I collapsed like a rag doll next to a bright red fire hydrant with a matching…
6, 6, 6, Dot, 6, Wide, 6 – Hetmyer’s over was absolute cinema
Hetmyer confirms his quality at number 3 with a stunning delivery that stunned Zimbabwe and left the Wankhede Stadium crowd in awe.
The West Indies batsman hit the fastest fifty by a Caribbean player in T20 World Cup history and…
Is your mental health putting your heart health at risk?
February is American Heart Month.A few weeks ago, as I was completing my exam, my doctor asked, "When was the last time you had an echocardiogram?"I had had a super stressful year and didn't want to think about dealing with one more thing.…
Player Grades: Cavs at Hornets – Donovan Mitchell’s 100th 30-point game seals victory
Player Grades: Cavs at Hornets – Donovan Mitchell plays his 100th 30+ point game as a Cavalier in a thrilling 115-110 victory.
The Cleveland Cavaliers extended their winning streak to seven games after a hard-fought battle against the…