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Tough as Nails

October 2, 2019

Blame it on the myriad of daily distractions that slip past unnoticed. When you’re caught in the fast lane of life, some things just pass by.

tags: breast cancer , diagnostic mammogram , eastern idaho regional medical center , eirmc , mammogram

Not-so-perfect timing

October 2, 2019

There’s never a good time for a breast cancer diagnosis. But this experience had an unexpected silver lining.

tags: breast cancer , eastern idaho regional medical center , eirmc , mammogram , mastectomy

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Can Eating Red and Processed Meats Really Cause...

May 27, 2019

Red and processed meats may up our cancer risk.

tags: cancer , newsletter , processed meat , red meat

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Skin, Sun, and Cancer

July 24, 2018

Applying sunscreen when you go to the beach or the pool may seem like second nature, but according to the American Cancer Society, new cases ...

tags: basal cell carcinoma , cancer , dermatology , melanoma , skin , skin cancer , squamous cell carcinoma

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The Latest on Skin Cancer

July 17, 2018

The rates of dangerous skin cancers like melanoma have more than tripled since the 1970s, according to the National Cancer Institute. We spoke...

tags: basal cell carcinoma , cancer , dermatology , melanoma , skin , skin cancer , squamous cell carcinoma

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Sugar: How Bad Is It for You Really?

August 15, 2017

Research has shown that too much of the sweet stuff can lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, cognitive decline and even...

tags: cancer , carbohydrates , dextrose , diabetes , glucose , heart disease , high fructose corn syrup , maltose , malt syrup , obesity , rice syrup , sucrose , sugar

When do I get a mammogram?

November 10, 2016

There has been lots of conversation about when and how often women should have an annual mammogram.

tags: 3d mammogram , 3d mammography , breast cancer , mammogram , mammography , pain in breast , women's cancer

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What’s a Breast Care Nurse Navigator?

November 4, 2016 by Emily Allred

There’s no doubt that the diagnosis of cancer is usually overwhelming. During this fragile time, patients often feel very vulnerable and alone...

tags: breast cancer , breast cancer awareness , cancer prevention , cancer treatment , mammogram , mammography

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How to Prepare for a Mammogram

October 18, 2016

Mammograms have been known to contribute to the early diagnosis of breast cancer and help decrease breast cancer deaths. Learn how you can prepare...

tags: 3d mammogram , breast cancer , breast cancer awareness , cancer prevention , mammogram , mammography

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What is 3D Mammography?

October 14, 2016

The 3D Mammography exam allows doctors to examine your breast tissue layer by layer and therefore, detect more breast cancers.

tags: 3d mammogram , breast cancer , breast cancer awareness , cancer prevention , mammogram , mammography

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5 Surprising Tips from Breast Cancer Experts

October 6, 2016

Breast cancer steals far too many lives, but we‰Ûªre making progress in learning how to prevent, detect, treat and move on from it.

tags: 3d mammogram , breast cancer , breast cancer awareness , breast cancer detection , cancer , cancer prevention , diet , mammogram , mammography

9 Sunscreen Mistakes You Don't Have to Make

June 7, 2016

An Australian study found that daily sunscreen use could reduce the risk of melanoma by as much as half. From not applying enough to skipping...

tags: cancer , kids , kids health , kids safety , pediatrics , prevention , skin , skin cancer , skin care , spf , summer , sunscreen

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Breast Cancer In Men: What Makes It Different?

October 15, 2015

Breast cancer may largely be seen as a woman's disease. While we're used to campaigns about breast cancer featuring women, these campaigns...

tags: breast cancer , cancer , cancer detection , cancer screening , health , men's health

Are You Tough Enough to Wear Pink?

July 13, 2015

Most likely, if you see a bumper stick sporting a bright pink ribbon, you recognize the symbolism. When the NFL dons pink uniforms, you know ...

tags: 3d mammogram , breast cancer , cancer , cancer awareness , mammogram

Get The 411 On Thyroid Cancer Numbers

April 22, 2015

When you think of the different types of cancer, chances are you list the usual culprits: breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, etc. But ...

tags: cancer , cancer screening , chemotherapy , health , radiation , surgery , thyroid cancer

5 Misconceptions People Have About Hookah Smoke

March 31, 2015

A hookah is a water pipe used to smoke a special type of flavored tobacco. Charcoal-heated air is passed through the tobacco (which resembles...

tags: cancer , e-cigarette , health , lung cancer , nicotine , oral cancer , secondhand smoke , smoking

5 Reasons Why A Colonoscopy Isn't So Bad

March 17, 2015

The colonoscopy gets a lot of grief, and when you hear some of the horror stories, it's not surprising. The truth is, it's not as bad...

tags: cancer , cancer prevention , cancer screening , cancer treatment , colon cancer , colonoscopy , health , prevention

Discover What Happens To Your Body When You Quit...

March 5, 2015

The road back from quitting smoking is a long and hard one. But you will see benefits immediately and over the long term. Anyone who has successfully...

tags: anxiety , cancer , depression , health , heart disease , lung cancer , nicotine , secondhand smoke , smoking , wellness , withdrawal

Do You Really Need a breast self-exam?

January 27, 2015

The breast self-exam is a hot topic of debate for medical experts and women with breast cancer.

tags: 3d mammogram , breast cancer , cancer , cancer detection , cancer screening , mammogram , mammography , prevention , women's health

Quitting Smoking Cold Turkey? 3 Ways To Break ...

January 13, 2015

Separating smoking from everyday life is challenging. But you can do it. Set yourself up for success, and have a plan.

tags: break the habit , cancer , health , lung cancer , nicotine , secondhand smoke , smoking , wellness , withdrawal

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