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Lynch syndrome: The genetics of colon cancer

Lynch syndrome: The genetics of colon cancer

This inherited condition can cause several types of cancer
SHN Staff 9 min read
Men’s health: Gearing up for a healthier tomorrow

Men’s health: Gearing up for a healthier tomorrow

Your toolbox for staying healthy and active at all ages
SHN Staff 5 min read
Preeclampsia: Everything you need to know

Preeclampsia: Everything you need to know

5% to 10% of U.S. pregnancies are threatened by this condition, and numbers are growing
Lacey Krebsbach, MD 7 min read
Keeping your kids safe and warm in winter

Keeping your kids safe and warm in winter

Remember these cold-weather safety tips for inside, outside and in the car
SHN Staff 7 min read
Sugar crash effects and how to fix them

Sugar crash effects and how to fix them

It’s all about balance, moderation and consistency
SHN Staff 7 min read
Protect yourself from winter slips, trips and falls

Protect yourself from winter slips, trips and falls

Preventing falls starts with simple steps and walking like a penguin
SHN Staff 4 min read
What to know about an ectopic (tubal) pregnancy

What to know about an ectopic (tubal) pregnancy

Stomach pain and light bleeding in pregnancy can be signs of this emergency condition
Elizabeth Hultgren, MD 7 min read
What women ask about, and what their doctors tell them

What women ask about, and what their doctors tell them

Answers to questions such as "When am I most fertile?" and "Do I have a UTI?"
Jane Thaden Lawson 23 min read
Pharmacogenomics: Your genes hold valuable information

Pharmacogenomics: Your genes hold valuable information

DNA test can help doctors decide which medications may work best for you
Jennifer Morgan, APRN-CNP, DNP 5 min read
How a simple procedure eases overactive bladder

How a simple procedure eases overactive bladder

Small implanted device sends mild electrical impulses to help bladder function as it should
SHN Staff 5 min read