Alzheimer’s is a devastating disease still waiting on a cure. But while a cure is still being researched, scientists have discovered multiple ways to keep the brain healthy and help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease development.
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Summer is here and a sunburn can be a nasty side effect of spending time outdoors. As we head in to the summer season, keep these tips in mind when it comes time to treat your sunburn.
Apply a cold milk compress for fast inflammation relief....
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – May 16, 2013 –Baptist Hospital is hosting REVIVE Her Health: Women, Wellness and Wine, a “ladies only” health event to help women take charge of their health.
The event is open to the community and wi...
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MURFREESBORO, TENN. – May 15, 2013 - As part of Saint Thomas Health’s commitment to serve the poor and vulnerable in Middle Tennessee, the five-hospital health system will host a free medical screening event in Rutherford County on Saturd...
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The topic of genetic testing for breast cancer has been in the national spotlight this week as the world learned that actress Angelina Jolie underwent a bilateral mastectomy to lower her risk of developing breast cancer. The actress made the st...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – May 14, 2013 -- With the exception of non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer experienced by women in the United States. It also is one of the leading causes of cancer death among women....
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Recently, Saint Thomas Health dedicated its sixth Habitat for Humanity house – this one benefiting Baptist Hospital associate Sylvester McMillian. More than 160 Saint Thomas Health associates and partners volunteered more than 1,200 hours...
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Today, due to significant advances in medical research, many forms of cancer are now treatable. But even though it may be treatable, undergoing chemotherapy or radiation can still take its toll on the body, most noticeably in the form of fatigue, hai...
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- May 13, 2013 – Middle Tennessee Medical Center (MTMC) recently held its annual service award ceremony, recognizing associates who have served MTMC up to 40 years.
“Healthcare is a calling and it is a pri...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – May 13, 2013 -- Deciding to have a baby can feel like standing at the bottom of a mountain, looking up at the road ahead. It’s an exciting time in your life, but the prospect of parenthood may also be daunti...
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