Chronic pain affects more than 100 million Americans, an incidence rate that outpaces heart disease, cancer and diabetes combined. Research suggests that, in total, the condition costs the American population an estimated 515 million workdays annually and generates upwards of 40 million visi…
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Cabell Huntington Hospital and the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center offer screenings that provide early detection of colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer affects men and women of all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people age 50 and over. It is the second leading cance…
Highly specialized cardiovascular services are greatly needed in our community as heart disease is the No. 1 killer among adults. For more than 40 years, St. Mary’s Medical Center has been a nationally recognized leader in cardiac care.
Mountain Health Network (MHN) has launched a website that offers ease of navigation for all MHN websites and affiliates and can be accessed at www.mountainhealthnetwork.org.
St. Mary’s Regional Heart Institute, a Mountain Health Network Cardiovascular Center of Excellence, is beginning a supervised exercise program for the treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD).
Lung cancer treatment at the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center (ECCC) has advanced dramatically in recent years, particularly for patients who require surgery.
Dealing with the loss of a close friend or family member can be one of the most difficult challenges many of us face. Loss is understood as a natural part of life, but we can still be overcome by shock and confusion, which can lead to prolonged periods of sadness or depression. Grieving is a…
The Cabell Huntington Hospital (CHH) Pain Management Center is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary pain management center committed to serving the needs of patients with acute and chronic pain. The goal is to provide quality care in a compassionate setting.
Annual Celebration Set for Feb. 7
Cancer is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells, a process triggered by mutations in the cells’ genes. As these cells multiply, they cluster to form tumors or crowd out healthy cells in the bloodstream. People in some families have what is known as hereditary cancer syndrome, a…
Severe obesity is a dangerous health problem that is often associated with many other serious health conditions, including high blood pressure (a leading cause of stroke), heart disease, diabetes and increased rates of cancer. Although the precise cause of severe obesity is not fully underst…
Keeping up with your health and wellness is as simple as 1, 2, 3 or 120 over 80 if you’re monitoring your blood pressure. Numbers play an important part in tracking your health and the more you know, the better you will understand how to stay in a healthy range.
Do you need to see a doctor? Not sure whether to go to an urgent care or the emergency room? Here are some guidelines.