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I Have Prediabetes: Now What?

If you are reading this, you (or a loved one) has probably been told by a doctor that you have abnormally high sugar levels, or prediabetes. This means your blood test results for sugars wer..

What is Minimally-invasive Spine Surgery?

Minimally-invasive spine surgery (MISS) uses advanced technology and innovative techniques to treat symptoms caused by a variety of spinal disorders. Some of the spinal conditions MISS can t..

The Truth about VBAC: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean

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What is VBAC? VBAC stands for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean. If you’ve previously delivered with a cesarean section, and you want to give birth again, there are two options: a scheduled deli..

Healthy Teeth, Happy Kids!

When should I first start caring for my baby’s teeth? It’s never too early to start good dental hygiene for your baby. Gently clean your child’s gums with a damp piece of small gauze afte..

Cardiac Rehabilitation Demystified in a Heartbeat

Dayi HU, Director of Cardiovascular Center, Cardiologist

Heart disease is one of the most feared diseases worldwide—if not discovered and treated early, a few seconds could turn a dormant condition into a dangerous killer. Thanks to ever-evolving..

Be Smart, Listen to Your Heart

Rongrong QIAN, Section Chief of Cardiology, Senior Cardiologist

According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, CVD and stroke continue to be among the top causes of death worldwide. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is the most common ..

First Aid Basics

As careful as we try to be, accidents happen. Everyone gets a few scratches and bruises. Are you and your family prepared to deliver first aid if necessary? Depending on where you are when a..

Handwashing: A Main Barrier to Getting Infected

Whether it is preventing H7N9 avian flu, other viruses, or just the common cold, frequent handwashing is often your best defense against any number of potentially dangerous infections. Pleas..

Fight the Runny Nose This Spring

The weather is warmer and trees are in bloom. Spring is upon us.  But for many of us, spring also means allergies: runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing and more. Luckily there are steps you can..

Demystifying Medical Imaging Technology

Medical imaging diagnostics is a specialized field of medicine. It uses a variety of advanced technical means to form an image of the human body, allowing doctors the information they need t..

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