MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT COLONOSCOPIES
By Huntsman Cancer Institute
Everybody age 50 or over should talk to their doctor about a colonoscopy screening. If your doctor has recommended you get a colonoscopy but you’re dreading it, check out these myths and facts. Remember, a colonoscopy could save your life.
TACTICS TO SLIM DOWN AT WORK
When sweets lurk in every corner of the break room and going out for lunch is the norm, it can be easy to pack on the pounds at the office. Allison Riederer, M.S., a registered dietitian at University of Utah Health Care, shares five healthy habits to combat weight gain at work.
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YOUR DENTIST CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE
When you go to the dentist you are probably most concerned about whether you will have any cavities. Your dentist is looking for something other than tooth decay though; they are also looking for signs of cancer.
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