What to Expect Before, During & After a Colonoscopy
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, bringing attention to the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. But, it is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer and a colonoscopy is the primary method of detection. SVMC's Endoscopy team answers the most frequently asked questions in regards to prepping for your colonoscopy and what to expect during and immediately after the procedure.
If you, or a loved one, suffers with a chronic lung disease, like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or pulmonary fibrosis, there is hope for rebuilding strength and enjoying a more full and active life through pulmonary rehabilitation. Caitlyn Boyd, DPT, discusses the benefits of this supervised education and exercise program.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of those terms people tend to jokingly throw about when attempting to explain a forgetful or disorganized moment. But for the 8.7 million U.S. adults with ADHD, the condition is no laughing matter. Read More
Milestones Matters
Watching your baby grow and learn to do new things is an exciting time for every parent.
While most babies reach developmental milestones around certain ages, some may take longer. And a delay may signal a bigger issue at hand. Read More
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SVMC Weekly Health Update: Jan. 17
January 17, 2025
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