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What is POTS, and how do you know if you have it?
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Frequent dizziness after standing could be a sign of POTS.
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We recently cared for a young woman who had a rare, giant thrombosed (or partially clotted) cerebral aneurysm that had ruptured.
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Photo by: Ronit Bezalel On Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, Michael Kreda was in a really great place. He and his wife, Noreen, were preparing for a family trip…
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Variety is the spice of life, and traveling is a great way to change your environment and experience something new. Neurological conditions don’t have…
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Photo by: Ronit Bezalel Narrowing carotid arteries block blood flow to the brain and increase the risk of suffering a stroke, one of the most…
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Learn subtle stroke symptoms and how to use BE-FAST and how to help lower your risk.
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The food pyramid, once the familiar visual of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, looks a little different now. Updated nutrition guidelines from…
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What to know about hantavirus: Symptoms, spread and prevention
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Learn how to balance the time you spend looking at your smartphone.
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The blazing sun isn’t the only thing that affects your skin in the summer.
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They say a dog is man’s best friend, but research suggests having a pet dog may be good for your heart, too. Studies have found that pet ownership may…
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The number of hip and knee replacements performed each year in the United States continues to climb, with more than 2 million patients undergoing…
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The right kind of movement can help reduce inflammation in joints.
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We are quite literally surrounded by plastic, and tiny plastic elements known as microplastics are now found just about everywhere — including in…
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There’s a lot to be said for the simple act of washing your hands. Consistent handwashing can help prevent some miserable infections — and for those…
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A neurologist provides facts about this progressive nervous system disease.
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Participation in youth sports is a rite of passage for many and an important foundation for a healthy, active life. However, overuse injuries are a…
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When someone you care about is seriously hurting, it can be hard to know what to do.
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Receiving a new medical diagnosis can be overwhelming, with many unknowns — especially when it’s brain cancer. Hearing the words “you have a brain…
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Want to get the most out of your workout? Get heart smart and stay in the zone. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes of moderate…
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Bladder issues like stress incontinence or overactive bladder may sound minor until they start shaping your day. When every laugh, workout or outing…
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Photo by: Ronit Bezalel For more than two years, Sandwich resident Mary Wiley struggled with crippling back pain. “I'd gone through physical therapy…
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With spring and warmer temperatures around the corner, kids of all ages will be spending more time outside in sports and outdoor activities, some of…
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Drinking alcohol is common — more than 84% of adults in the United States report having a drink at some point. Enjoying an occasional drink is…
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When we think of cardiovascular disease, the mind often goes straight to dramatic events like heart attacks. Most of us know that hardened, clogged…
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If you have a sleep disorder like sleep apnea, you might want to consider talking to your doctor about your risk for heart disease. Sleep apnea is a…
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Pregnancy is a life-changing experience, mentally, emotionally and physically. And while there are many obvious physical changes, there are also some…
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When we hear “spring training,” we often picture baseball players preparing for a new season. But many of us are athletes in our everyday lives…
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When your child says their legs hurt, it can be difficult for parents to determine what is causing the pain. Is it a normal part of growing up or a…
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When something is going on with your health, most people fall into one of two categories: Keep it to yourself for fear of what others will think or…
Joint replacement is not about age. It is about whether pain is limiting your life and keeping you from doing what you love. If arthritis has worn…
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Known as a silent disease because there are typically no symptoms before a fracture, osteoporosis is the most common cause of fractures in…
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Skin rashes are very common and can show up in many ways. They can be caused by things like heat, allergies, irritation, medications, or underlying…
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Getting sufficient quality sleep is critical for overall health and wellbeing. Yet many of us are challenged by chronic sleep deprivation, with a host…
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Lymphedema — a buildup of fluid under the skin that causes swelling — is a potential risk and fear for some women undergoing surgical treatment for…
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Photo by: Ronit Bezalel Like many busy professionals, Lisa Agostino attempted to work through the increasing pain in her hip that continued to slow…
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Photo by: Ronit Bezalel Aloma Figueroa was out of town visiting her sister when a fluke fall led to a severely broken wrist. “I was walking and then…
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People living near Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital are discovering a place they can not only learn how to cook and eat healthy, it’s also a place…
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Coronary arteries supply your heart muscle with the blood it needs to work properly. When these arteries become clogged or narrowed, blood flow to the…
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Everyone experiences an upset stomach from time to time. It’s not pleasant, and you become way more familiar with your bathroom than you’d like. But…
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Hip pain nearly benched former NBA player Ronnie Grandison from the active life he loves. Thanks to ultra-minimally invasive hip replacements at…
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Joint pain is one of the most common health complaints, affecting people of all ages. Whether it’s caused by arthritis, sports injuries, or everyday…
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare. Across the world, doctors are discovering ways that AI can positively impact how they…
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Strokes are frightening and sometimes life-changing medical emergencies. Because they happen with little or no warning, they often seem like they come…
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You can usually tell when something feels “off” with your health. Fatigue, unexplained aches or constant thirst are signals your body sends when it…
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For many people, one of the biggest barriers to exercise is the overwhelming idea of exercise itself. Social media feeds are filled with marathon…
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Kidney stones and gallstones can both cause sudden, intense pain along with nausea and vomiting — symptoms that often send people to the emergency…
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Photo by: Ronit Bezalel When musician and audio-visual technician Jason Ledgard suddenly could not hear out of his left ear, he found a partner in…
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If you carry a lot of weight around your waist, you’re boosting your risk for heart disease. If you have high blood pressure or diabetes you are also…
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The growing popularity of electric bikes and scooters has led to lots of fun zipping around — and an increase in serious injuries. Each year, over 20…
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Hip pain is a not infrequent complaint for men and women of all ages, though it is more common in older adults who are often beginning to develop…
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Pain can be one of the biggest deterrents for regular exercise, but it can also perpetuate a vicious cycle that keeps people in a state of discomfort…
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This March, National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, Endeavor Health gastroenterologist Jason Kramer, MD, has a critical message to patients: Do…
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Spring is a season of renewal, inspiring many to embrace a healthier lifestyle. As with any new changes to our routine, starting out is usually the…
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No cancer survivor wants to hear the dreaded news that their disease has come back. However, many cancer recurrences are very treatable and…
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A colonoscopy does more than check a box on your to-do list. It is the gold standard for finding colon cancer early and one of the only screening…
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A colonoscopy is a simple, effective procedure that allows your doctor to look for polyps and early signs of colon cancer. Finding and removing polyps…
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Hearing the words “You have colon cancer” can feel overwhelming and frightening. If you or someone you love is facing this diagnosis, it helps to know…
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Worried that long workdays are becoming the norm for you, rather than the exception? More importantly, could working too much be bad for your health…
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Does just thinking about getting a colonoscopy make you nervous? You aren’t alone. Some people ignore screening recommendations due to fear or…
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We often think of aging as something that happens later in life — but for many people, the signs can start showing up much earlier than expected…
