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Ovarian cancer is one of the most serious cancers affecting women, largely because it is often diagnosed at a later stage. It is less common than breast cancer, but it causes more deaths because...

Ovarian cancer is one of the most serious cancers affecting women, largely because it is often diagnosed at a later stage. It is less common than breast cancer, but it causes more deaths because early symptoms are easy to miss. Understanding what every woman...

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Penile cancer is rare, but it’s a serious health condition that every man should be aware of. In the United States, penile cancer accounts for less than 1% of cancers in men, yet delayed...

Penile cancer is rare, but it’s a serious health condition that every man should be aware of. In the United States, penile cancer accounts for less than 1% of cancers in men, yet delayed diagnosis is common, often because symptoms are ignored or misunderstood....

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Blood disorders affect millions of people and can range from mild conditions that require little treatment to serious, life-threatening diseases. Blood plays a vital role in the body by delivering oxygen, fighting infections and...

Blood disorders affect millions of people and can range from mild conditions that require little treatment to serious, life-threatening diseases. Blood plays a vital role in the body by delivering oxygen, fighting infections and controlling bleeding. When something goes wrong with blood cells, clotting...

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8 Drinks to Avoid with Ulcerative Colitis

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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic condition that causes inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the lining of the colon and rectum. Managing UC often means making careful choices about what you eat and drink. While certain foods can irritate...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic condition that causes inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the lining of the colon and rectum. Managing UC often means making careful choices about what you eat and drink. While certain foods can irritate the digestive tract, drinks can also play a big role in triggering symptoms like bloating, gas, cramps and diarrhea. Below are common types of drinks...

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How Your Diet Affects Your Gut Health

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Your gut health impacts everything from digestion and nutrient absorption to immunity, mood and inflammation. While some foods nourish and protect your gut microbiome, others can disrupt it, causing discomfort, bloating and long-term imbalance. Here’s a breakdown of both...

Your gut health impacts everything from digestion and nutrient absorption to immunity, mood and inflammation. While some foods nourish and protect your gut microbiome, others can disrupt it, causing discomfort, bloating and long-term imbalance. Here’s a breakdown of both the best and worst foods for your gut, plus how Emma supplements can help keep things in balance. Hot dogs, sausages, bacon and deli meats...

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Managing Heart Issues with Diabetes

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Living with diabetes means more than just managing your blood sugar; it also means taking care of your heart. People with diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease than those without it. The good news is that there...

Living with diabetes means more than just managing your blood sugar; it also means taking care of your heart. People with diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease than those without it. The good news is that there are practical ways to reduce your risk. With the right diet, regular exercise and healthy lifestyle habits, managing heart issues with diabetes is possible. Diabetes,...

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Understanding Late-Onset Pompe Disease

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Late-onset Pompe disease (LOPD), also known as acid alpha-glucosidase deficiency, is a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects adults. It's caused by a deficiency in the enzyme acid alpha-glucosidase (GAA), leading to a buildup of glycogen in muscles, particularly...

Late-onset Pompe disease (LOPD), also known as acid alpha-glucosidase deficiency, is a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects adults. It's caused by a deficiency in the enzyme acid alpha-glucosidase (GAA), leading to a buildup of glycogen in muscles, particularly in the limbs, respiratory system and heart. While initially identified as a childhood disease, the adult-onset form is now more commonly diagnosed. Keep reading to...