Tuesday, November 3, 2009
There’s nothing quite like eating a good meal. Unless, of course, that meal also includes a side of heartburn. Antacids can help for many people, but the underlying problem is still there because heartburn is a sure sign that something isn’t quite right with your digestive system.
Tags: digestive health, gerd, heartburn
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Treat yourself and that special someone to a sumptuous dinner at home. This fanciful recipe combines two romantic delicacies: filet mignon and chocolate. Flavorful cocoa powder and dried spices are used as a rub for the filet, which is pan seared and oven baked for a lush and luscious entrée that’s sure to delight.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Flu activity is now widespread in 46 states. A flu vaccine is the single best way to protect against influenza illness. This season, there are two vaccines – one for the seasonal flu and one to protect against the H1N1 influenza virus (sometimes called “swine flu”). If you or members of your family are in the following target groups, you should be vaccinated against H1N1.
Tags: h1n1, swine flu
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper and the American Academy of Pediatrics wishes you and your family a hauntingly happy Halloween, and we encourage children of all ages to be careful when taking to the trick-or-treat trail. Here are a few reminders to share with your own ghosts and goblins before they head out into the night.
Tags: halloween, trick or treat
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
With Halloween just a few days away, even the most health conscious eaters will be faced with the temptation to overindulge. Maryann Codd, M.S., R.D., C.D.E., pediatric outpatient dietician at Cooper University Hospital, offers some advice for maintaining healthy eating habits during this difficult time of year.
Tags: halloween
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009
U.S. health officials stress the importance of pregnant women getting the 2009 H1N1 flu shot when the vaccine becomes available. Research has found that women who get a flu shot during pregnancy get sick with the flu less often than pregnant women who do not get a flu shot. The same holds true for their newborns.
Tags: flu shot, flu vaccines, h1n1, pregnancy, seasonal flu
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009
A new direct-visualization technology is aiding doctors in the diagnosis of tumors in the pancreas and bile ducts, without the need for invasive surgery. Called SpyGlass™, the scope-type technology allows doctors to enter and look directly into the pancreas and bile duct system to determine the cause of blockages or disease, and obtain tissue samples for biopsy.
Tags: digestive health, pancreatic cancer
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Before you pack up the grill for the winter, try this exciting twist on shrimp cocktail that takes just minutes to make. Grill these shrimp unpeeled to seal the zesty flavors of the spicy marinade. Serve alongside the sweet and spicy mango dipping sauce as an appetizer or triple the recipe for a unique entrée.
Tags: healthy cooking
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Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Some form of gastrointestinal cancer is newly diagnosed in more than 250,000 Americans annually. This figure amounts to about 20 percent of all newly diagnosed cancers every year. Cooper University Hospital surgical oncologist Francis R. Spitz, M.D., Deputy Director of the Cooper Cancer Institute, offers some lifestyle modifications that could help reduce your risk.
Tags: cancer risk, gastrointestinal cancer
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
If you’re over the age of 50 and experience leg pain when you walk or climb stairs, don’t ignore it. Studies show that one in five adults over 55 have Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD), a common circulation problem that can significantly affect your quality of life and long-term health.
Tags: leg pain, peripheral vascular disease, pvd
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