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Spinal Fusion

The most common method for bone grafting is to use bone harvested from the patient's own body, such as from the iliac crest or hip bone. The new bone is inserted between the vertebrae where the disc has been removed. Specialized cells called osteocytes within the bone help fuse the vertebrae and new...


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Rating Pain

Women seem to be more sensitive to pain than men. A study published in 2004 in the Journal of Pain looked at men and women ages 25 to 45. The participants reported their pain level when a blood pressure cuff was inflated and left in place for several minutes, creating an aching feeling.

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Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is called the "silent killer" because it has no symptoms. If high blood pressure remains unchecked, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and more. You can stop this silent killer — if you catch it in time.

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Asthma
Are you all too familiar with the coughing and wheezing that remind you that you have asthma? Asthma can be a serious problem, but it doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. With the help of your health care team, you can keep your asthma under control.

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Women's Health
Stay healthy and vigorous into old age by eating right, getting plenty of exercise and following recommended disease prevention practices.