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What is Radiation Therapy?

What is Radiation Therapy?

Home / Archives for October 2019 Dr. Dhaval Parikh explains that radiation therapy is a common form of treatment for cancer and is simply using high energy x-rays. The cells are stuck in the growth phase and the continuous damage is effective at eliminating them....
October – Breast Cancer Screening

October – Breast Cancer Screening

Home / Archives for October 2019 This October, during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Wood County Hospital encourages women of all ages to make sure they are up to date on breast cancer screenings.  A high-quality mammogram plus a clinical breast exam, an exam...
Know Where to Go

Know Where to Go

Home / Archives for October 2019 When you need care… When you are feeling sick or have a serious health situation, there are several options for medical care. Understanding the urgency of your ailment can help you decide when you have a true medical emergency...
Children and Concussions

Children and Concussions

Home / You searched for “media” Concussions, also called mild traumatic brain injuries, are a serious issue and affect millions of children each year. If your child plays sports, you probably know that they are at increased risk. Concussions do not always involve...

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