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Why ‘Sharks Get Cancer, Mole Rats Don’t’

A provocative new book by Loyola Medicine radiation oncologist James S. Welsh, MD, "Sharks Get Cancer, Mole Rats ...

Health May 9, 2016

10 Secrets to a Long and Happy Marriage

While all too many marriages end in divorce, many couples achieve long and happy unions. Based on what ...

Health October 25, 2015

Early Support Vital for Success in Breastfeeding

Most women understand the benefits of breastfeeding their infants, but there are physical and emotional roadblocks that can ...

Health July 22, 2015

4 Tips to Handle Diaper Rash

Diaper rash may not be a serious condition, but it can be extremely painful. It is common and ...

Health June 21, 2015

History of Depression Puts Women at Risk for Diabetes During Pregnancy, Study Finds

A history of depression may put women at risk for developing diabetes during pregnancy, according to research published ...

Research & Discoveries April 8, 2015

5 Most Common Health Issues in Men and How to Prevent Them

Men lead women in the likelihood to die from nearly all the most common causes of death. Still, ...

Health March 18, 2015

What Does It Take to Run 100 Miles?

Jan. 16th, 2015, an international team of 12 athletes began the 4 1/2 month Race Across USA. They ...

Health February 2, 2015

Fashion Gear Not Cool When Temperatures Dive

With arctic blasts moving in, time to closet trendy clothes and cover up to avoid frostbite. Drawstring casual ...

Health January 8, 2015

Binge Drinking Disrupts Immune System in Young Adults

Binge drinking in young, healthy adults significantly disrupts the immune system, according to a study led by a ...

Health January 2, 2015

How to Avoid Holiday Heartburn

'Tis the season for acid reflux disease, fa la la la la, la la la la. "The rich ...

Health December 22, 2014

9 Tips to Keep Your Nails Healthy This Holiday Season

The stress of the holidays, poor nutrition and the cold weather can take its toll on nail health, ...

Health December 4, 2014

Turkey Bowl Football Games Cause Spike in Injuries

Every year around this time, Loyola University Medical Center sports medicine surgeon Dr. Pietro Tonino sees a spike ...

Health November 21, 2014

How to Stay Healthy This Winter Following Eastern Medicine Guidelines

While mainstream medicine recommends eating right, exercising and getting your flu shot to stay healthy during cold weather ...

Health November 15, 2014

The SAD Season is Upon Us

October marks the beginning of the SAD season. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered ...

Health October 21, 2014

Drinking Too Much Water Can be Fatal to Athletes

The recent deaths of two high school football players illustrate the dangers of drinking too much water and ...

Health September 2, 2014

Men Who Exercise Less Likely to Wake Up to Urinate

Men who are physically active are at lower risk of nocturia (waking up at night to urinate), according ...

Health August 28, 2014

Childhood Friendships Crucial in Learning to Value Others

Friends play an extremely important role in a person's life. From infancy on, we have a desire to ...

Health July 26, 2014

Sea or Table, Shake the Salt Habit for Better Health Says Loyola Dietitian

Pink Himalayan, Breton Gray and Hawaiian Alea – the newer offerings of salt may be exotic, cost more ...

Health July 7, 2014

9 Tips for Keeping Your Toenails Healthy This Summer

People want their toenails to look great in the summer. But many people allow their toenails to grow ...

Health June 11, 2014

Pancreatic and Liver Disease Deaths Rise Due to Advancements in Other Cancer Care

Money changes everything. To date, lung, breast, prostate and colorectal cancers have accounted for the largest number of ...

Health May 21, 2014

Rest Can Be Best Medicine for Young Athletes

MAYWOOD, Ill.—Having been involved in numerous sports, including football and hockey, for several years, Billy Kuhl, age 14, ...

Health March 31, 2014