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May 18, 2023Approximately 97,610 new melanoma cases will be diagnosed in the United States this year. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, there are more people in the U.S. diagnosed with skin cancer every year than all other cancers combined. Fortunately, most skin cancers are treatable if diagnosed early. As we...
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May 12, 2023Erlanger is thrilled to announce that all 5 Erlanger Center for Breast Health locations offers 3D mammography. Click HERE to find a location near you to schedule your annual mammogram. Breast Cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in women today. According to the American Cancer Society, one out of...
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April 20, 2023Do you feel emotional, tired, and; overheated, or exhausted for no apparent reason? But you’re too young for menopause – right? If you’re under 50, most likely since the average age of menopause (defined as when you have your very last menstrual period) is 51. However, you may be experiencing symptoms...
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March 7, 2023One in 10 American women are affected by endometriosis, adding up to around 5 million total. In honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month this March, get to know the facts about this condition. Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside your...
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March 4, 2023For years, experts have recommended colorectal cancer screenings start at age 50. Recently, though, in light of more and more cases colorectal cancer is on the rise in young adults, the American Cancer Society, UPSTF, and GI societies recommend screening begin at age 45. The numbers are pretty staggering. A study...
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March 1, 2023Men's Health, Stay Well, Urology & Incontinence, Urology, Incontinence & Pelvic Floor, Women's HealthThey may be two small, fist-sized organs, but your kidneys play a big role in ensuring your body functions properly. How much do you know about how your kidneys keep you healthy? There are so many parts of the human body that we so rarely think about unless something goes wrong....
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February 22, 2023In an effort to highlight some of our exceptional physicians during Black History month, Dr. Bessie Ingram-Nunally MD, gave us time to discuss her passion for her patients in her primary health care practice. Many of us have a tendency, especially as we age into our 30s, 40s, and 50s, not...
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January 27, 2023Back, Bone & Joint Health, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Orthopaedics, Regain Health, Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine, Women's HealthYou wake up, get out of bed and feel a stabbing pain in your foot. Sound familiar? If so, you may be dealing with plantar fasciitis. Here are four ways to know if it is plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It’s caused...
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January 20, 2023If you feel down for several days and seem to be losing pleasure in life, you may be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a cyclical (comes in cycles) condition that can cause severe changes in behavior and mood. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Most often times people can feel down or blue...
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November 4, 2022No matter how you’re celebrating this year, nobody has time to be sick. Fortunately, you can take steps to help keep common cold weather illnesses away. First, let’s take a look at what makes colds and the flu more common during the winter than at other times of the year. You...
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October 6, 2022When was the last time you saw your primary care physician (PCP)? Do you see your doctor a couple of times a year, once a year – or even less frequently? As adults, we often lose sight of primary care because we’re short on time or we put the needs of...
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July 12, 2022Register now for our Tai Chi classes before they fill up: https://tiny.utk.edu/TaiChiJul-Sep2022 ——————————————————– Schedule: Wednesdays & Fridays | 1:00 – 2:00 PM July 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & August 3, 5 Family Justice Center | 5705 Uptain Road Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:30 – 11:30 AM August 23, 25, 30 & September 1, 6, 8, 13, 15 Avondale...