Monday 20 February 2023

Family History and Your Heart Failure Risk

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Do you have a family history of heart failure? Asking the right questions when heart failure runs in your family will help you learn your own risk.



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Friday 17 February 2023

New Cancer Screen, Same Issues: Can New Test Be Trusted?

A cancer screening program in Arizona that offers the Galleri blood test to first responders provides some insights on how well the test can catch cancers in this high-risk group.



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Why People of Color Are Commonly Misdiagnosed

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Plaque psoriasis misdiagnosis is common in people of color. Learn the reasons why, how it can affect your health, and what you can do to get better care.



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Thursday 16 February 2023

Medical Interpreters Build Bridges, Save Lives

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Federal law guarantees the right to language interpreters in medical care. In the U.S., where 1 in 5 people speak a language other than English at home, that’s a lot of translation.



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Should I Get Allergy Shots?

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If you’ve got seasonal allergies, you might be considering allergy shots as the answer to all your sniffling and sneezing. Here’s the rundown on who should consider them.



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