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February 4, 2022
Doreen’s journey: First a social worker, then a nurse, and then a patient
IU Health Simon Cancer Center
She always wanted to be a nurse, but that didn’t come until later in life. When she began treatment for leukemia, this patient was able to call on her...


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January 25, 2022
Take a Digital Detox: Why You Need to Take a Break From Electronic Devices
It’s no secret that Americans are addicted to their screens. From smartphones to tablets, you name it and Americans are eating them up. Just how much?...

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Tailbone Pain: Triggers and Treatment
Karuna Anantharaman, MD, a family medicine physician at Indiana University Health, explains the common causes of tailbone pain and what you can do to ease the ache.
In many cases, the cause of tailbo...

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Would You Ignore a “Warning Stroke?”
Fact: As many as 1 in 3 Americans experience signs of a “mini-stroke”—symptoms that may warn of an approaching, full-blown stroke. Sadly, only 3 percent of people having those symptoms take the recomm...

Achy Joints? Prevent Pain with These Expert Tips
Have achy joints? Though some discomfort is natural due to age, in many cases, it may also be a case of move it or lose it when it comes to joint mobility.
“Keep joints moving on a consistent basis e...

UFE: An Effective, Less Invasive Treatment for Uterine Fibroids
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Ramon G. Halum, MD – IU Health Physicians Radiology
Uterine fibroids, benign lumps that form on the uterus, can cause a variety of symptoms for women, including debilitating cramping ...

Should You Be Concerned About Your Sleep Patterns?
When patients come to me with sleep issues, I usually start out by determining what the underlying problem could be. Everything from sleep apnea, to anxiety, to medications can affect the ability to g...