Recent Blogs at AdventHealth Prairie Star
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Health Care
Osteoarthritis, Knee Replacements and the Role of Robotic Surgery
Estimated read time: 2 minutesIf you need a knee replacement, chances are osteoarthritis may be the culprit. Known as “wear and tear” arthritis, osteoarthritis is one of the most common reasons for knee pain and often requires a...
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Holidays
A Lighter and Brighter Season: Heart-Healthy Holiday Recipe Alternatives
Estimated read time: 3 minutesThe holiday season goes hand-in-hand with eating special foods. We plan our celebration meals with care to put our very best on the table for our loved ones.
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Health Care
Lung Cancer May Be Greater Threat to Women than Breast Cancer
Estimated read time: 2 minutesWhen it comes to women’s concerns about cancer, breast cancer often tops the list. However, a study in the journal Cancer Research found that lung cancer may be a greater risk for many women worldwide...
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Health Care
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Decrease Risk of Cognitive Decline
Estimated read time: 2 minutesA new study published in the journal Neurology suggests that consuming higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids is associated with a larger hippocampal volume (learning and memory) and better abstract...
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Public Health
Flu Fact or Fiction?
Estimated read time: 2 minutesEvery flu season, as many as 20% of Americans get sick with a virus that causes seriously uncomfortable, even lethal complications. Getting vaccinated is the most important thing you can do to protect...