Articles for Tag: "Sherman Hospital"

Colorectal cancer screenings key for prevention 
Colorectal cancer screenings key for prevention
Colon cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the U.S. Learn why regular testing is so important.
Sleep apnea linked to pneumonia risk 
Sleep apnea linked to pneumonia risk
A new study finds that people with sleep apnea have a greater chance of getting the lung infection.
Diabetes effects on stroke risk for men and women 
Diabetes effects on stroke risk for men and women
Researchers find that diabetes may affect stroke risk for women but not men.
Why one man put his heart to the test  Featured
Why one man put his heart to the test
After seeing too many heart disease-related deaths among young people, Rob Russell took charge of his heart health.
Tom Brokaw’s cancer diagnosis sheds light on multiple myeloma 
Tom Brokaw’s cancer diagnosis sheds light on multiple myeloma
The news anchor announced he has a rare and incurable cancer. Learn more about the risk factors and treatment options.
Danger of alcohol in early weeks of pregnancy 
Danger of alcohol in early weeks of pregnancy
A new study warns that indulging during the first weeks after conception can damage baby’s development.
Patient gives heartfelt thanks on Valentine’s Day 
Patient gives heartfelt thanks on Valentine’s Day
After undergoing a life-saving procedure last Valentine’s Day, this holiday has a very different meaning for Elgin resident Jim Whetstone and his wife, Bonnie.