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21st Annual Women’s Health Conference: Get Inspired to Get Fit on May 4!

March 29, 2019 / FAQ, News

Summit Healthcare’s annual Women’s Health Conference will take place Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Hon-Dah Resort Casino & Conference Center. Bring your friends and sisters and shop local vendors throughout the event. 10 a.m.: Doors Open 11 a.m.: 15-minute Health Segments Noon: Lunch 1 p.m.: Hear Featured Speaker Kimmie Thorne, Personal Trainer Kimmie […]

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8 Tips for Seniors With Diabetes

March 29, 2019 / Medical Advice, News

Knowing some do’s and don’ts can help keep your health on the right track. CHANGING HABITS CAN be difficult, particularly if you have developed diabetes later in life, but it isn’t impossible. Here are a few ways to manage Type 2 diabetes and reduce your risk of complications: 1. DO get out and move. Exercising daily

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To Fix Back Pain, Start With Your Feet

March 29, 2019 / Healthcare Services, News, Therapy Services

Pain in your feet or ankles can change how you walk—and leave your back hurting, too. THE FEET AND ankles are the body’s shock absorbers. With every step you take, they absorb and distribute the force exerted by the ground. A variety of conditions, including arthritis, plantar fasciitis, fallen arches, and bunions, can cause pain

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Mohs Surgery

March 15, 2019 / Cancer Care

If you have a spot on your skin that could be cancerous, it’s easy to let your fears take over. With all the warnings about staying out of the sun, and wearing sunscreen every day, it can be hard to miss the fear surrounding skin cancer. But, before you let your fears run rampant, it’s

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Colorectal Cancer: A New Concern for Younger Adults?

February 28, 2019 / Cancer Care, Medical Advice, News

Researchers with the American Cancer Society (ACS) have noticed a concerning trend: Rates of colorectal cancer in adults ages 20 to 54 are rising, while those in adults over age 54 are dropping. AS A RESULT, the ACS has lowered the recommended age at which colorectal cancer screenings should begin, from age 50 to age 45.

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How to Lose Weight and Keep Your New Year’s Resolution

February 28, 2019 / Dietary / Nutrition, News, Nutrition

In January, you resolved to slim down. Are you still as committed to your goal as you were then? If not, don’t worry. There’s still time to set yourself up for success. Need help meeting your weight-loss goals? Call Becky Moffat, R.D., CDE, Summit Healthcare outpatient dietitian, at 928.537.6984 or email bmoffat@summithealthcare.net.

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Avoiding and Treating Skin Cancer

February 15, 2019 / Safety

It’s important to take care of our skin and prevent skin cancer at all times. Even in the winter, dangerous UV rays can cause skin damage that may lead to skin cancer later on. Wearing sunscreen and other protection can help you prevent dangerous cancer from forming. Keep reading to learn about skin cancer and

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Heart Health, Simplified

January 31, 2019 / Cardiopulmonary Department, Dietary / Nutrition, FAQ, Medical Advice, News

Your heart health depends on everything from your age to family history to what you eat. Managing these varied risk factors may seem overwhelming, but it’s actually much easier than you think. “WHEN IT COMES to family history, you can’t disown your genes,” says George Y. Paik, M.D., FACC, general and interventional cardiologist at Summit Healthcare.

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The Benefits of Early Joint Replacement

January 31, 2019 / FAQ, Healthcare Services, Hospital Care, News

Getting a total joint replacement at a younger age can help you stay active and enjoy a better quality of life. YOU MAY BELIEVE that total joint replacement is something you shouldn’t think about until you are 60 or 70 years old. However, having the procedure in your 40s or 50s might give you more

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Radiation: Treating Cancer

January 30, 2019 / Healthcare Services

When you hear that you have cancer, you may have a little out-of-body experience. It’s hard to hear that word, and we completely understand that you may react out of anger, fear, or sadness. But, after we react, it’s important to understand your options and take back control. When it comes to cancer treatment, chemotherapy

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21st Annual Women’s Health Conference: Get Inspired to Get Fit on May 4!

8 Tips for Seniors With Diabetes

To Fix Back Pain, Start With Your Feet

Mohs Surgery

Colorectal Cancer: A New Concern for Younger Adults?

How to Lose Weight and Keep Your New Year’s Resolution

Avoiding and Treating Skin Cancer

Heart Health, Simplified

The Benefits of Early Joint Replacement

Radiation: Treating Cancer

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