Diabetes is the eighth leading cause of death in the United States, and a contributing factor to other serious health conditions. Here are a few of the facts: 38.4 million Americans have diabetes, almost 12 percent of the population. 352,000 American children and adolescents under age 20 have diabetes. 90-95 percent of all diabetes cases …
Taking a Proactive Approach to Wellness At Hometown Hospital, your family’s health and wellness is our top priority. For us, it starts with a commitment to excellence in the fundamental health services that include primary care, preventive care and treatment. By providing excellence in these three areas, we can help ensure a lifetime of wellness …
What we all need to know about Alzheimer’s Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, a progressive neurological disorder that leads to a continuous decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and social skills. Q. Who is affected by Alzheimer’s? Age and gender are determining factors. 73 percent of Americans with Alzheimer’s are 75 and older, …
Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes gave actor and comedian Anthony Anderson the fresh start he needed to live a healthier life. ANTHONY ANDERSON BEGAN his TV career in a commercial when he was five years old. His outgoing personality and natural talent earned Anthony an arts scholarship to Howard University. From there he made …
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Diabetes affects 1 in 9 Americans and is the eighth leading cause of death in the United States. Here’s what you need to know. Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Your body breaks down most food into sugar (glucose) and releases it to your bloodstream. When …
