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April 17, 2024
By Samer Charbel, MD, FACP, FACG, Chairman of Gastroenterology at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
Colon cancer remains the third-leading cause of deaths related to cancer in the United States. While the death rate is dropping for older adults since the advent of screening, the disease is killing ...
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May 13, 2020
Many people unfortunately wait until they’re sick to find a doctor. Delaying preventative care or avoiding the doctor’s office altogether; however, may set you up for some unexpected heal...
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May 08, 2020
By Christopher M. Gallagher, MD
Managing cancer is a constant battle. As with all serious illnesses, cancer patients have critical needs that can’t wait. And the COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t change that. Although the virus...
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May 06, 2020
Pregnancy can bring on a mix of emotions for many women. And sometimes, excitement about the baby can be overshadowed by the stress of the unknown, physical discomfort, and life changes. It’s p...
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May 05, 2020
Frequent handwashing has always been important. But with the emergence of COVID-19, it’s getting more attention now than ever before. That’s a good thing. Washing your hands is among the ...
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May 01, 2020
When you’re recovering from an injury or surgery, it’s common to see a physical therapist who can help you regain function and restore motion in your body. But did you know that there are...
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April 30, 2020
By Ethan Booker, MD, FACEP, Chief Medical Officer for Telehealth, MedStar Health
Staying at home has made getting medical attention more complicated. Both patients and doctors are under pressure, and appointment scheduling is a challenge. Many people can’t visit the hospital or th...