The Facts about Testicular Cancer
While testicular cancer is not common, the rates of diagnosis have been increasing in the United States and several other countries, according to the American Cancer Society.
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What is COPD?
COPD is not a single disease; it is a long-term condition that progressively blocks airflow, making it harder to breathe.
Did You Know Men Can Get Breast Cancer?
Talk of breast cancer is often ‘shrouded in pink, which can lead to less awareness among men about potential risk factors and symptoms.
What to know about esophagitis
Esophagitis is the swelling, irritation or inflammation of the lining of the esophagus, which is the muscular tube that carries food and liquid from your mouth to your stomach.
What is a Physician Assistant?
Each October, a week of the month is observed in healthcare as “National Physician Assistant Week.” These medical providers are recognized for their important role in the delivery of healthcare to patients in medical clinics and hospitals.
How to Decrease Your Risk of Liver Disease
Did you know cirrhosis of the liver is the ninth leading cause of deaths overall in United States (U.S.)?
Haven’t Got Time for the Pain?
Pain is the number one reason Americans access the health care system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 60 million adults-24.3% of the population in the United States- live with chronic pain.
What is Psoriasis?
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes skin cells to multiply faster than needed resulting in red or discolored, scaly and itchy patches (plaques) on the skin surface.
Helix Laser with Dr. Jain of Valleywise Health
Valleywise Health has expanded its scar treatment capabilities with the addition of the HELIX SCAR3 laser at Valleywise Comprehensive Health Center – Peoria.
What You Need to Know about the Newest Approved Sunscreen Ingredient
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved bemotrizinol (BEMT), the first new sunscreen ingredient approved in the United States (U.S.) in more than 20 years.
What is the Difference between a Migraine and a Headache?
Headaches are generally localized to specific area of the head, shorter in duration and less disabling. A migraine is more intense, lasts longer and has side effects that can impact activity and daily life.
Common Myths about PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening or traumatic event.
How to Protect Yourself from Osteoporosis
A disease of the bone, osteoporosis makes a person’s bones weak and more likely to break. Unfortunately, you cannot feel your bones getting weaker, so you may not know you have osteoporosis until you fracture a bone.
Why Can’t I Sleep?
If you struggle with getting a good night’s sleep, you are not alone. About 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep disorders, and 1 in 3 adults do not regularly get the recommended amount of uninterrupted sleep.
DMG Physicians’ Life-saving Efforts Recognized by Phoenix Fire Department
DMG emergency medicine division chair, Jeffrey Stowell, MD and Geoff Comp, DO, FACEP, FAWM were personally recognized for their leadership in helping Valleywise Health’s emergency department
What You Need to Know about Sexually Transmitted Infections
According to the American Sexual Health Association (ASHA), about 20 million new cases of sexually transmitted infections (STI) are diagnosed in the United States each year.
Why the Health of Your Feet Matters
According to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), the average person takes 8,000-10,000 steps each day, adding up to about 115,000 miles in a lifetime
What is Rosacea?
According to a survey by NRS, “more than 90% of rosacea patients said their condition had lowered their self-confidence and self-esteem, and 41% reported that it had caused them to avoid public contact or cancel social engagements.
Colon Cancer Awareness
DMG gastroenterologist, Indu Srinivasan, MD, provides information about colon cancer, including screening, risk factors and more, in this video from Valleywise Health.
What You Need to Know about Colorectal Cancer
Each year, about 150,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The average age at diagnosis for men and women is 66.
