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23
May

Routine Women’s Health Check-Ups: Understanding Screenings and Preventive Care

Premier Medical Group stands committed to helping more women gain the knowledge they need to maintain their health. Regular check-ups and screenings are an essential part of a healthy routine since it helps women establish preventive care while reducing risks for chronic and life-threatening conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, breast and cervical cancer, for instance....
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28
Apr

Colonoscopy … Is It That Time Already?

Congrats!  You have made it to age 45, just in time to start colorectal screening! Having a “Wait, What!” reaction to that statement is not unusual. However, official guidelines on this issue were published in 2021 and the American Cancer Society, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the US Preventative Services Task Force are among...
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03
Mar

Premier goes BLUE for Colon Cancer Awareness Day!

National Dress in Blue Day shines a national spotlight on colon cancer. By wearing blue, we can help raise awareness about risk factors for colon cancer and the steps that can be taken to prevent it. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths. Fortunately, it is also one of the most treatable...
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01
Mar

Colon Cancer the Silent Killer

The Silent Killer: How Plain Speaking About Colon Cancer Saves Lives Many of us are taught that it’s not polite to talk about bowels, the rectum or colon, our own or anyone else’s. Yet the truth is, if we keep quiet about these necessary and normal parts of the body, it may have serious –...
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17
Feb

How to Get Control of your Type 2 Diabetes

If you’re living with type 2 diabetes or have been diagnosed with prediabetes, you’ve likely had many questions regarding how diabetes affects your life and future. The good news about type 2 diabetes is that it can be controlled, and consistent efforts to implement small changes in your lifestyle can significantly improve your day-to-day quality...
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15
Jan

The Pros and Cons of Exercise When You Have a Gastrointestinal Condition

Most people can benefit from moving their body Whatever your age, there is a proven benefit to taking regular exercise. It’s not just athletes who need to build physical activity, everyone should keep their bodies working in order to: Stimulate the body’s natural processes to repair and maintain it and keep it healthy Maintain bones,...
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