Diseases & Conditions
Lifestyle Class for People with Prediabetes
Prediabetes is an opportunity to make important lifestyle changes. This 90-minute class covers meal planning, nutrition and exercise. How Low Should You Go? The Lowdown on LDL
The latest news about LDL (“bad”) cholesterol has many people wondering just how low they need to go to protect their heart health. Make Lifestyle Changes that Last
Study finds making lifestyle changes can boost an enzyme that controls cell aging. Fast Facts About Swimmer’s Ear
You don’t have to be a swimmer to have swimmer’s ear,
but being in warm, humid places is a common cause
of this infection of the outer ear canal. Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body
Did you know that the health of
your mouth is often a reflection
of the health of your body? The ABCDs of Melanoma
Update on Asthma:
Managing Your Medications
Contrary to popular myth, if you’ve been diagnosed
with asthma, you will never out grow it. What You Should Know About
Low Back Pain
If you suffer from low back pain, you’re in the majority. Four out of five people will experience some type of low back pain in their lifetimes. But why? Do You Know the Warning Signs of Diabetes?
About one-third of Americans with diabetes don’t know they have it. Learn about the warning signs of diabetes. Back Pain: It’s Nearly Everyone’s Problem
Q&A with Ninad D. Sthalekar, MD, of Mackell Cody Burrows Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Doylestown, an interventional spine and
pain management specialist at Doylestown Hospital. Got a Cold? Learn the ABCs of Over the Counter Drugs
Learn about over the counter cold medications and which ones to avoid if you have asthma, diabetes, or high blood pressure. Do You Know the Warning Signs of Diabetes?
According to the National Institutes of Health, about one-third
of Americans with diabetes don’t know they have it. Keys to Managing Congestive Heart Failure
Challenging. Complex. Sometimes frightening. Congestive
heart failure (CHF) can be all of these. Now add to that list,
manageable. Tiny Ticks Can Cause a BIG problem
Lyme's disease effects thousands of people every year. Here are some tips for preventing and identifying Lyme's disease Sprains & Strains: When Should You Head to the ED?
Sometimes sprains and strains need prompt evaluation and treatment by a medical professional. Learn when is it OK to stay home, and when should you see a doctor A Closer Look at Lung Cancer
Lung cancer, unlike other types of cancer, rarely presents symptoms in the early stages of the disease Clinical Trials Offer Hope to Lung Cancer Patients
For many cancer patients, participating in a clinical trial is a way to access advanced treatments that might prolong their lives Hope Rings Out
At the Doylestown Hospital Cancer Center, when you hear our bell ring, it means someone is celebrating the completion of his or her
cancer treatment New Antigen Test Targets Lung Cancer at Penn
The concept is to fight residual cancer cells in a patient’s body following surgery that will hopefully reduce the chance of recurrence. Ready to Quit Smoking? Make This Time the Last Time
Learn how people are quitting everyday When Someone You Love Has Cancer
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event that instantly transforms those affected into caregivers and advocates as well as loved ones and friends You Don’t Need a PhD To Understand SPF
Simple tips that will keep you safe in the sun all day First-Class Tips to Prevent DVT
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is often referred to as the “economy-class syndrome” because it can flare up during long airplane flights with cramped seating arrangements. Confronting Breast Cancer
Genetic science and new technologies lead the way Heart Valves: Vital Gatekeepers
Learn how they work and common problems associated with heart valves Mitral Valve Prolapse
If you've been diagnosed, you are not alone. The New (and Improved) Reality of Chemotherapy Side Effects
New, targeted therapies as well as the ongoing development of medications that diminish or even prevent unpleasant side effects are changing the image... and the reality... of cancer treatment. Does a Good Smile = Good Health?
Sleep Apnea Could Signal Heart Disease
When to Seek Help for a Racing Heart
Is It A Stroke?
Here are the symptoms of a stroke and how to be sure it is a stroke Life Changes In A Stroke
700,000 Americans suffered a stroke in 2006, thats 1 every 45 seconds. Find out the facts on stroke and what can be done if you or someone you love suffers a stroke The Lymphatic System Fights Disease and Battles Infection
Your lymphatic system is a part of your immune system. Here is what to do about swollen lymph nodes or swollen glands Minimally Invasive Treatments Take Aim at Cancer
What may have seemed like science fiction just a few years ago is now the newest advancement in cancer treatment Monoclonal Antibodies Race Toward The Target
Uncontrolled growth in the number of cancer cells can quickly outpace the production of antibodies, resulting in an accumulation of cancer cells 8 Tips for Taming PMS
Exploring Medicine's Frontiers Through NIH Research
By collaborating with the National Institutes of Health, Doylestown Hospital evaluates innovative treatments for cardiovascular disease. Jaundice in Newborns
While it may be alarming, it's usually easily resolved Lymphedema Can Be a Late Arrival
Lymphedema can occur immediately or even years after cancer treatment Man vs. Bugs: Who's Winning?
It’s a common misconception that ‘antibiotic resistance’ means that a person’s body becomes resistant to certain drugs used to treat infection. The truth may surprise you. PMS: No Laughing Matter
Though it can be the subject of many jokes, PMS is at best irritating and at worst debilitating. Here is what's known, what's new, and what you can do to find relief. The ABCs of Viral Hepatitis
‘Hepatitis’ means inflammation of the liver. Although hepatitis A, B, and C all cause such inflammation, each has its own special profile. Asthma May Increase Risk of Heart Disease
People who have asthma need to pay special attention to their heart health as it may increase the risk of heart disease. Bucks County District Attorney Fights Heart Disease, and Wins!
Previously unaware of her heart problems, DA Diane E. Gibbons underwent surgery and lifestyle changes to prevail over heart disease A Monitored Pacemaker Allows Peace of Mind
Sodium-reducing tips
Keep table salt off the table Understand Your Blood Pressure Numbers
Learn what those numbers mean when a nurse pumps up the blood pressure cuff on your arm. Find out what the four categories of blood pressure are and which one best describes you. A Routine Blood Pressure Screening Saved Her Life
3 moves to lower your blood pressure
Achy Legs
Diabetes and Heart Disease: Double Trouble
Good Heart Health is a moving experience
No Reason to Season With Salt
Water, Water – Good for the Heart
A Good Mood is Good Medicine for a Good Recovery
Depression may be a normal response to a heart attack, but don’t “tough it out” or you could slow recovery. DASH Diet Helps Control Blood Pressure
A Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension Is it a stroke? Think F.A.S.T.
Stroke is a leading cause of disability, but its effects can be minimized if you get help right away. When your heart is racing faster than you are
A rapid heartbeat can be a sign of excitement, even joy. But a fast heart rhythm can sometimes lead to sudden cardiac arrest. | 
