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Common Signs of Colon Cancer to Discuss with Your Doc

Leave embarrassment at the door and speak with your PCP immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

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What is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease?

In the past 20 years, the number of patients diagnosed with the disease has doubled, making it the most common cause of liver problems in the U.S.

Dr. Jason Pirga reads a female patient's blood pressure in a clinic at Straub Medical Center

Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Seeing Your PCP

You do everything you can to take care of your health, but if you haven’t seen your primary care physician in more than a year, you may be missing out.

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The Realities of Pregnancy Brain

Memory gone MIA? If you’re expecting, blame it on your bump.

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Women’s Heart Attack Symptoms: 5 Surprising Signs

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Let’s Talk About Pap Smears

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Understanding Bone Loss & How to Prevent Osteoporosis

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Breast Reconstruction: Rebuilding Life After Cancer

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Knowledge of Breast Cancer Puts Power of Prevention in Women’s Hands

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From Diagnosis to Discharge: A Doctor Details the Treatment Plan for Fighting Childhood Cancer

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What Comes Next After Prostate Cancer Diagnosis?

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Does Your Child Need a Digital Detox?