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Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a common disorder that affects the large intestine. It can have a profound impact on a person’s life, limit her work, social and family interactions, cause severe abdominal pain, and be a difficult topic to discuss during a medical appointment. IBS includ…

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A warning on rising Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infections from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on should give residents of Tompkins, Cortland and neighboring counties reason to consider the urgency of having adolescents vaccinated for the sexually transmitted disease that…

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The warm weeks ahead will bring more opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreational sports, gardening and family gatherings. They also bring a higher risk for contacting tick-borne infections such as Lyme disease, the most common disease spread by ticks in New York and anaplasmosis, a relativel…

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Following treatment for cardiovascular disease, the road to recovery starts with a cardiac rehabilitation program like the one offered at the Cayuga Center for Healthy Living. Patients with qualifying cardiac diagnoses receive medically monitored exercise and risk management education throug…

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Wounds that take longer than two to four weeks to heal can signal a potential health risk that requires medical treatment. While chronic, slow-healing wounds are often caused by diabetes and poor blood circulation, obesity, nutritional deficiencies and infections also play a role. Determinin…

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Senior drivers learn how age-related changes in mobility, touch/grip, vision, hearing and cognition can affect their driving in fitness assessments provided by Occupational Therapy at Cayuga Wellness Center’s Brentwood clinic.

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High blood pressure is a major health issue for residents of the Finger Lakes region as it is for most Americans, but the best treatments are readily available: diet modification and exercise. Choosing a healthier diet and getting more exercise are now the cornerstones for treating high bloo…

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A new generation of mammogram technology at Cayuga Medical Center provides a more sensitive and clinically proven breast cancer exam that facilitates earlier cancer detection and reduces callbacks for additional diagnostic testing. The technology called 3D mammography, or digital breast tomo…

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Ankle sprains are the most common musculoskeletal injury and affect people of all ages. They are common in activities with a lot of jumping or cutting, such as basketball and soccer. Simply walking on uneven ground, such as in a garden or on a cobblestone street, increases the chances of an …

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Back pain is a common health complaint and one of the most frequent reasons for missing time at work and going to primary care doctors. Most people will experience back pain at some point during their lives and for many it will be recurrent.

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Helping its members reap the benefits of regular workouts without risking exposure to COVID-19 has transformed Island Health & Fitness’s locations in Ithaca and Cayuga Heights with upgrades focused on reducing infection risks.