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You’ve struggled to lose weight, and now your weight interferes with everyday life. Your health conditions—high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes or obstructive sleep apnea—are difficult to manage. If this sounds like you, it might be time to speak to the bariatric surgery experts at Magnolia Regional Health Center. (more…)
Over the years, your knee has gotten worse. You ignored it for a long time, but you can’t anymore because it’s interfering with your quality of life. Walking to the mailbox or climbing stairs is difficult some days, impossible on others. You’re ready to see a provider about the pain, but you’re not sure about what to expect after knee replacement surgery. (more…)
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among adults in the United States, and it’s responsible for about 1 in 4 deaths each year. Because heart disease is so common, it’s important to learn about your personal risks for the disease and then do what you can to reduce your controllable risk factors. A cardiologist can help you accomplish this goal. (more…)
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ebb and flow across the country, it’s more important than ever for parents to know the facts about the virus. Whether your child is 8 months or 18 years old, he or she is at risk for COVID-19. Kids and COVID-19 can be a dangerous combination, especially if they are too young for the vaccine. (more…)
As blood flows through your body’s arteries, it pushes against the vessels’ walls. If it consistently pushes with too much force, you have high blood pressure. More than one-third of adults in the U.S. are living with high blood pressure, according to the National Institutes of Health—and that puts them at greater risk for cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke. Here are some facts to know regarding this serious cardiac risk factor. (more…)
Now that the COVID-19 vaccine is available for children ages five to eleven, many parents are on the fence as to whether or not to vaccinate their children.
For most children with COVID-19, the cases have been mild. However, the virus has been shown to be unpredictable, and most healthcare providers are urging parents to take all available precautions to protect against the virus.