Healthy U Cancer Prevention and Genetic Testing
Cancer Prevention and Genetic Testing Wednesday, October 21 at 6 p.m. Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital 130 Division Street, Derby The Healthy U Lecture Series offers physician-led presentations and discussions to help individuals better understand how the human body functions and be empowered to manage their health and well-being. Griffin Health medical experts will provide in-depth information […]
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Protect Yourself from the Most Common Cancer
By Denise Barajas, MD, FACS, Medical Director, Center for Cancer Care and Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital July is Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Awareness Month, reminding all of us that UV exposure is a major, preventable cause of cancer. UV rays from the sun and artificial sources like tanning beds and nail lamps are responsible for most skin […]
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Super Foods that May Help Prevent Cancer
Did you know that what and how much you eat can affect your risk of developing certain cancers? According to the American Cancer Society, about 20 percent of all cancer diagnoses in the United States are linked to diet and excess weight, along with inactivity. CRUCIFEROUS VEGGIES Cruciferous vegetables include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, and kale. Components in […]
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