Bladder Cancer

Bladder and Bowel Health, Men's Health, Season 16

While bladder cancer is a cancer not talked about as much as others, the chance men will develop it during their life is about 1 in 27. It’s important to recognize the signs of bladder cancer so it can be treated early, as muscle-invasive bladder cancer needs...

Childhood Vaccines

Children's Health, Drugs & Medications, Season 16

Vaccines save lives. However, parents who believe that vaccines are linked to childhood conditions such as autism, are opting their children out. And the current measles outbreak shows just how a deadly disease can make a comeback when vaccination rates decline....

Depression

Mental Health, Season 16

Depression is a treatable brain disease. But while 25 million people in the U.S. suffer from depression, there is still a stigma surrounding the disease, and this prevents people from reaching out for help. Source: Mayo Clinic Depression is a mood disorder that causes...

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Autoimmune Conditions, Season 16

Rheumatoid arthritis is caused when the immune system is not working properly. RA affects organs as well as joints, and can be debilitating if not treated properly. Fortunately, there are good treatments that can halt the destruction to the body. Source: Mayo Clinic...

Smoking Cessation

Addiction, Lung Disease, Season 16

While cigarette smoking rates continue to drop, in 2017, 14% of adults in America still smoked. Known as one of the hardest addictions to break, people are grasping at ways to kick the habit.Source: CDC Tobacco use can lead to tobacco/nicotine dependence and serious...

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