Understanding Blood PressureApril 9, 2013

High blood pressure, or hypertension is a serious public health challenge in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, about one in three U.S. adults have high blood pressure.

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Colorectal Cancer: Preventable and TreatableMarch 11, 2013

Colorectal cancer is often called “the cancer no one has to have,” because it is one of the most preventable cancers. Polyps can be found early through screening tests and removed before they become cancerous.

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Cotinine ScreeningNovember 1, 2012

Cotinine testing has gained popularity as a replacement for voluntary reporting of tobacco use in screening programs. Tobacco use is directly linked to a number of chronic health conditions including heart disease, stroke, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis.

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Metabolic SyndromeJanuary 31, 2012

Metabolic syndrome is a combination of factors that multiply a person's risk for heart disease, diabetes and stroke. Almost 35% of American adults are affected.

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