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Do I Have a UTI? How to Identify a Urinary Tract Infection and What to Do

Dec 4, 2023 9:06:14 AM / by ABC Medical posted in education, UTI

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A urinary tract infection (UTI) happens when bacteria, especially e. coli, enter the urinary tract —  the kidneys, bladder, and the urethra, which is the tube through which urine leaves the body. Germs can enter and irritate the urinary tract during catheter insertion or prolonged use.

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5 Questions You Should Be Asking About Prostate Cancer

Aug 30, 2023 4:26:49 PM / by Amy Landrum, APRN CWOCN posted in prostate cancer, cancer survivor, education, Health Tips

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In today’s article we will review 5 important things to discuss with your doctor regarding prostate cancer. Before we do that, let’s do a quick review of what the prostate is. The prostate gland is located below the bladder, is about the size of a walnut, and your urethra passes through it. The prostate is essential for reproduction, as it produces fluid that helps transport and protect sperm cells. Prostate cancer develops when abnormal cells grow in the prostate gland, creating tumors. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in the United States for men but highly treatable when caught in the early stages.

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Top 10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Prostate Cancer

Aug 30, 2023 3:57:42 PM / by Amy Landrum, APRN CWOCN posted in prostate cancer, cancer survivor, education, Health Tips

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Approximately 13% of men in the United States will get prostate cancer during their lifetime. Genetics and age play a large part in those statistics, but lifestyle choices may also impact risk. In this article, we are going to share 10 ways you can help reduce your risk of Prostate Cancer. Certain lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of developing more aggressive forms of prostate cancer, and may bring improved outcomes for individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer. Keep reading to learn more about the things you can do to help lower your risk of cancer and live a longer and healthier life.

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Scholarship Opportunities Available

Sep 29, 2020 12:18:32 PM / by Sarah Reiss posted in adaptive sports, scholarship stories, adaptive resources, student-athlete, community support, education, higher education, adapted sports

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ABC Medical offers semi-annual scholarships for Adaptive Sports, Education and for those Making a Different in their community or in the lives of those around them.

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