Freedom is not free: Remembering our soldiers’ sacrifices this Veterans Day (BPT) – When U.S. Navy Lt. John McGrath took off on his 178th mission over North Vietnam at the age of 27, he had no idea it would end his life as a free man for more than six years. His plane was struck…
Immunotherapy Medicine May Offer Hope to People Affected by Lung Cancer (BPT) – “You have lung cancer.” Those are four words no one ever wants to hear. But this year, the American Cancer Society estimates that more than 224,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with the disease.1 It’s one of the most common…
Shared experiences and support can help people manage type 2 diabetes (BPT) – Nearly 30 million Americans have diabetes, and most (90-95 percent) have type 2 diabetes. Diabetes management isn’t always easy — some people may have difficulty visiting their doctor regularly, eating healthy foods and reaching their A1C goal. That’s why America’s Diabetes Challenge,…
Dread cancer screenings? Here are tips on how to deal (BPT) – You go in for your annual visit and it goes something like this: You get weighed and measured and prodded. You see your doctor and talk about your health, maybe get a prescription refill, and most likely a referral for a screening or…
Are you ready for flu season? Help protect you and your loved ones by getting vaccinated (BPT) – Fever, chills, fatigue, body aches, sore throat and headache — these are just a few of the common symptoms of seasonal influenza, also known as the flu. While you may think you can weather the storm, the…
