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Feel Healthy? You Still Need Regular Health Screenings
Even healthy people need to get checkups! Despite your self-assessment of how you feel on a daily basis, there are some health concerns that might be happening underneath the surface. That’s why regular health screenings…
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Advanced Neurosurgical Techniques at Riverside Healthcare
Stroke is a complex condition to mitigate. Timely intervention is crucial, to help lessen the neurological deficit that accompanies a stroke. Riverside Healthcare is a designated stroke center, and advanced neurosurgical techniques are now available.
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Embrace the Crisp Air: Health Benefits of Walking and Staying Active as the Weather Cools Down
As the summer sun begins to set earlier and the crisp autumn air rolls in, it’s easy to fall into the comfort of cozy sweaters, warm drinks, and indoor activities. However, the transition from summer…
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Preparing for Flu Season: Essential Tips
As flu season approaches, it’s crucial to take steps to protect yourself and those around you. The flu can spread easily and cause serious health issues, particularly for vulnerable groups like the elderly, young children,…
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Find Relief from Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain, a common affliction that strikes countless individuals across all walks of life, can significantly hinder daily activities and diminish quality of life. This complex issue stems from a variety of causes, ranging from…
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Brain-Related Trauma: Identifying and Addressing Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
Injuries to the brain can arise from events like vehicular accidents, a sports injury, or a severe fall. It’s important to get ahead of anything that impacts the brain and greater nervous system in order…
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Advancements in Joint Replacement
Over time, the body’s joints naturally suffer from degradation. In some people, this progression is only slightly troublesome—or even not at all. Others experience pain at a level that requires surgical intervention. Dr. Mohammed Ahmed,…
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Spiritual Health and Cancer Treatment
Individuals undergoing cancer treatment often have a rough road. With surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation, or any other type of treatment, the days can be overwhelming. For some, spiritual health provides a mental respite. Denise Salem, Oncology…
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Talking to Your Primary Care Provider about Mental Health
Discussing mental health with your primary care provider (PCP) is a crucial first step in getting the support you need. Katie VanHoveln, a family nurse practitioner at Riverside’s Watseka Campus, emphasizes the value of starting…
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Boost Your Immunity This Fall with Seasonal Foods
As the leaves start to change and the temperatures drop, it’s the perfect time to embrace the bounty of fall’s seasonal foods. Packed with nutrients that can help strengthen your immune system, these foods are…