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As a leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States, colorectal cancer earns its place on the “avoid-at-all-costs” list. The good news is colorectal cancer also ranks as one of the most preventable diseases. Andrew Woodward, MS, RD, CSO, a Loma Linda University Cancer Center dietitian, recognizes that many look for the “magic bullet” …

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With more of us than ever before working remotely because of the pandemic, Zoom meetings and virtual training sessions have become part of our daily routines. We see our colleagues two-dimensionally and even socialize with our friends on our screens rather than face to face. With screen time rapidly increasing in our world, what are …

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Here is an invitation to be a part of the Union’s Virtual Health Week 2020 which carries the theme “The True Foundation of Health”. The Health week begins Sunday, September 13 at 5.30 pm and continues through to Thursday, September 17. The featured presenters will be Dr Mark Sandoval, Medical Director of the Uchee Pines …

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Jun 22, 2020 | Loma Linda, California, United States | Heather Jackson There is life after a cancer diagnosis — that’s the message Gina Valvo, 49, wants new cancer patients to see and hear clearly. Valvo hopes sharing her story will inspire many who are faced with a similar life-altering medical report. Valvo learned she …

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Eating more vegetables and fruits is one of the top strategies for dropping the extra pounds. By: AdventHealth According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 50 percent of Americans are trying to lose weight at any given time. That’s not surprising given that 70 percent of us are overweight and carrying excess …

Could a Plant-Based Diet Help You Lose Weight? Read More »