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Health

Geisinger expands access to cervical cancer screenings

DANVILLE — Geisinger announced it will begin offering an FDA-approved self-collected swab sampling option for cervical cancer screening that does not require a pelvic examination. This initiative expands access for patients who are overdue for their human papillomavirus (HPV) screening, a ...

What you put in your body may increase your risk of colon cancer

You’ve learned since childhood that choosing foods like fresh vegetables and whole grains is part of a healthy lifestyle. But knowing which foods to avoid can be just as important as filling your plate with vibrant veggies and lean proteins. In fact, steering clear of some foods can help you ...

Hormones and heart health

When it comes to heart health, hormones play a significant role, especially for women. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for women, yet the impact of perimenopause and menopause on heart health is often misunderstood or overlooked. These life stages bring hormonal ...

Study suggests Trump’s unproven autism claims influenced care

Last year, President Donald Trump told pregnant women not to take Tylenol as he promoted unproven ties between the fever reducer and autism and touted an old generic drug as a treatment for the developmental condition. For nearly three months after that, new research found, Tylenol orders for ...

Standard features of contemporary hearing aids

The current generation of digital hearing aids boasts remarkable features. In the past, manufacturers would typically reserve the most advanced functions for their premium products. However, today, most brands integrate a variety of these features across all models of their aids. One of the ...