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How to Prevent (and Recover From) a Stroke

October 17, 2016 —   According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), nearly 800,000 people have a stroke each year – more than 15 percent of those die as a result. The good news is that there are several things you can do to prevent strokes. According to the National Stroke Association, up to 80 percent... Read More

How to Create a Healthy Heart

August 15, 2016 — Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in the world. More than 900,000 Americans have a heart attack each year; more than 600,000 Americans die of heart disease each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least one third of these deaths are preventable. Here are some tips to... Read More

The Importance of Rehabilitation after Hip Surgery

June 17, 2016 —   Every year, more than 250,000 people experience a hip fracture, the majority being people 65 and over. Hip fractures can reduce future independence and may even shorten one’s life. Within two years of a hip fracture, more than half of men and 40 percent of women are living in a long-term care facility or... Read More
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