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About 39.6% of men and women will be faced with a cancer diagnosis during their lifetime. One of the more common types of cancer is skin cancer. Skin cancer originates from the cells of the epidermis and is a destructive growth of the skin....

Fortunately, with today's technology and knowledge, the outlook of cancer diagnoses is looking more and more positive. There are even better ways to detect cancer than in the past -- in fact, women between the ages of 65 and 74 who receive...

Surgical procedures can take a major toll on your body. From weight loss procedures to orthopedic surgery, recovery after surgery can be difficult. After surgery, a surgeon may recommend rehabilitation treatments. If you have an upcoming surgery,...

For those who suffer from arthritis, it may prove to be difficult to complete even the simplest of everyday tasks. And activities like running, jumping, and high impact exercises are generally out of the question. Because of this pain and limited...

Regardless of age or sex, there are preventive health measures that should be taken to avoid illness and detect possible health problems as early as possible. Preventive healthcare begins with your primary care physician, as this is the doctor you...

  Wood County Hospital is now offering medical stabilization services to help people overcome withdrawal symptoms from drug and alcohol addictions through New Vision™ medical stabilization service.   “Wood County Hospital is excited to...

When it comes to selecting a primary care physician, it can be a crucial decision. As the doctor you will visit for most medical needs and the doctor who will answer most of your health questions, your primary care physician will play an important...

Choosing a primary care physician should be a well thought out decision. This could be the doctor you and your family see most often over the next few decades, so you need to be sure you choose the right one.   While the majority of your...