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Harnessing food's healing power: How diet impacts postpartum depression symptoms

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Nov 22, 2023

In the whirlwind of becoming a new parent, the postpartum period—those weeks after you give birth—can bring about emotional shifts. Baby blues are common after childbirth and are characterized by feeling sad, worried and tired. They go away within a...

Flu vs. COVID-19: How to tell the difference

Cold & Flu

Nov 17, 2023

Information and guidance about COVID-19 care and vaccination continues to evolve. Please refer to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the latest. It’s that time of year again, those months when it seems like everyone is...

The power of prevention: How an early colonoscopy saved this young woman’s life

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Nov 16, 2023

Colon cancer affects thousands of people each year, but with thorough screenings and expert care, it is highly preventable and treatable when caught early. This is something that Sydney Benton, a recent college graduate, understands more than most. Sydney...

4 discoveries that are transforming heart failure care

Heart Health

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Current estimates are that nearly 6.5 million Americans over the age of 20 have heart failure. Heart failure is a chronic, progressive condition. It occurs when the heart stops being able to pump properly. It doesn’t stop immediately, but,...

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Convenient care: 5 ways virtual care can make your life easier

Navigating Healthcare

Nov 15, 2023

Physically getting to the doctor when you’re sick or injured isn’t always easy. And sometimes, all you need is a quick consult, checkup or prescription refill. The good news is, virtual care makes it easy to get the same expert...

Don’t shrug off shoulder pain: When to see a doctor for shoulder impingement

Joint Health

Nov 2, 2023

Shoulder pain is a common issue that many of us may face at some point in our lives, but understanding the causes and finding ways to prevent it can be the key to enjoying an active lifestyle, pain-free. If...

High risk for breast cancer? Take control of your next steps

Cancer

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Finding out you have a high risk for breast cancer isn’t the kind of news you want to hear. But that knowledge is a valuable tool in protecting yourself and learning more about the condition. With the right team...

An allergist’s top tips for dealing with cedar allergy season

Allergies & ENT

Oct 20, 2023

One of the biggest problems in the fall and winter season for allergy sufferers—adults and kids alike—is mountain cedar, also known as Ashe juniper. It produces pollen in the fall and winter and grows plentifully in the Texas Hill...

From baby blues to depression: What to know about managing your mental health after childbirth

Pregnancy

Oct 18, 2023

Bringing home a new baby can be one of the happiest experiences in a woman’s life, full of smiles and sunshine. However, for many new mothers, the experience is not always as sunny as they expect. Understanding the baby...

How breast screening guidelines put you in control of your health

Women's Health

Oct 11, 2023

When it comes to protecting your breast health, it’s reassuring to have trusted resources to turn to. While your primary care doctor or OBGYN should be your first stop for questions about breast health, breast screening guidelines are also a...

Why mammograms are an essential part of a woman’s wellness routine

Women's Health

Oct 5, 2023

Mammograms are an essential tool to care for yourself. However, even with widespread awareness about the importance of this simple screening, many women still have questions about what to expect, and how to best care for their breast health and...

Fall into flu season prepared: Why an annual vaccination is important for your child

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Oct 2, 2023

It’s that time of the year again. Kids are back in school. The weather is getting cooler (at least theoretically). Pumpkin-flavored drinks and snacks top menus. Football is back. And so is the flu. Between 5% to 20%...

Beyond the operating room: OR nurse's 100-pound weight loss transforms her life

Our People

Sep 1, 2023

Weight loss surgery can transform not only your physical appearance, but it also can improve your overall well-being. When conventional methods like exercise and other lifestyle changes aren’t enough, weight loss surgeries are a potential solution for adults who want...

Celebrating 10 years of Scrubbing In with exciting changes

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Mar 31, 2023

We have reached an incredible milestone, celebrating a decade of bringing hands-on healthcare discussions to you. During the 10 years since we first launched the Scrubbing In blog, we've had the privilege of sharing unique patient stories, breaking healthcare...

Unlocking the potential of biomarkers for colorectal cancer

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1 in 23. Those are the odds in 2022 for men of developing colorectal cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. The odds only slightly improve for women, with the current risk rate at 1 in...

Why I love being a nurse: 5 RNs share what nursing means to them

Our People

May 9, 2022

Nurses are many things—our caregivers, our advocates, our hand-holders, our cheerleaders and bedside companions. Our unshakable guardian angels. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a nurse’s loving, expert care, you know firsthand how a simple vitals check and...