Breast Cancer and Family History

Talk with Your Doctor According to the American Cancer Society, about 5 to 10% of breast cancer cases are thought to be hereditary, meaning that they result from gene defects (called mutations) inherited from a parent. The most common cause of hereditary breast cancer...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

Know How to Protect Your Child Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infects the nose, throat, windpipe, bronchi and bronchioles (air passages of the lungs).  The virus is so widespread that almost all children have had an RSV infection by the time they reach preschool. ...

Fitness Update

Seven Ways to Sit Less and Move More There’s strong scientific evidence that says frequent moderate-to-vigorous-intensity exercise plays a significant preventive role in cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity and some cancers.  The human body, with...

Do You Really Need a Flu Shot?

Yes, Says the CDC People sometimes ask their doctor:  “Even if I get sick with thte flu, won’t I recover quickly?” The answer?  Not necessarily.  Influenza can be serious and anyone can become sick with flu and experience serious complications.  But even fi you bounce...

Ask the Experts

Seniors and Food Poisoning Q:  As I get older, are there certain dietary changes I should make to help reduce my risk of contracting food poisoning? A:  To reduce risks of illness from bacteria in food, seniors (and others who face special risks of illness) are...