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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

There are four cancers we typically screen for in the general population: Colon Cancer, Lung Cancer, Cervical Cancer and Breast Cancer. Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women.  During their lifetime, 1 out of every 8 women will develop breast cancer.  Men can also get breast cancer, but less than 1% of all breast cancers…

High cholesterol is effectively treated with statin-type medications

The leading cause of mortality in the United States is heart disease.  Another common cause of death is stroke.  High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Cholesterol is a chemical naturally found in the human body that is used in various physiological processes.  Vitamin D, some hormones (like estrogen and testosterone) and cell membranes are…

May is Skin Cancer Prevention and Awareness Month

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed.  Globally, skin cancer comprises about 40% of all cancers. The most common forms of skin cancer are basal-cell cancer, squamous-cell cancer and melanoma.  Basal-cell cancer, the most common, rarely metastasizes (spreads to other parts of the body), but it will continue to grow until it is treated, damaging surrounding structures. Squamous-cell cancer…

January is Radon Gas Awareness Month

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer in smokers.  It is estimated that Radon causes about 20,000 lung cancer deaths in the US per year. Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that is generated in soil and is found naturally in the environment.  When Radon gas is inhaled…