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Double Punch: Inactivity and Genetics Contribute to High Cholesterol

Ever wondered about those cholesterol numbers your doctor shares with you after routine blood tests? Cholesterol is a fat-like, waxy substance your liver makes and is essential to your health—it helps keep your body running. But more than 90 million…

Cardiology Specialists – What is Their Role for Patient Heart Care?

The heart is a complex organ, which needs to function at an optimum level for you to feel your best. Fortunately, there are specialized healthcare providers devoted to different aspects of heart health and heart care. Cardiologist: A general cardiologist…

Eat Healthy for Your Heart’s Sake

Did you know heart disease affects 1 in every 20 American adults and is a leading cause of death in this country? Eating a healthy diet helps keep your heart in tip-top shape by lowering your cholesterol, blood pressure and…

Lincoln Man Celebrates 2,000 Cardiac Rehab Workouts

When Lee Woods arrived for his 2,000th cardiac rehab workout at 6 a.m. on January 3, there were lots of smiles, congratulatory signs and some healthy cookies waiting for him after his attendance milestone. “I’ve always been an early riser,”…

Dementia at a Glance: Alzheimer’s and More

Dementia is an umbrella term for cognitive impairment – difficulty remembering, thinking or making decisions that interfere with daily activities. Although Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, there are many other forms. In the United States, 5.8…

Complimentary Physical Alerts Caddie to Atrial Fibrillation at Memorial Health Championship Presented by LRS

When professional golf caddie Rusty Stark arrived at the Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS, he quickly signed up for free skin cancer screenings being offered to the Korn Ferry Tour participants. A professional caddie for 13 years, Stark was…

Colonoscopy Provides Early Cancer Detection for Local Woman

Sarah Lacox’s family history provided a few warning signs for the registered nurse from Decatur. Her brother was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer while her sister had a laparoscopic procedure for a hiatal hernia. Sarah herself had a history…

Lincoln Resident Completes 2,000 Sessions of Cardiac Rehab at Lincoln Memorial Hospital

Longtime Lincoln native Dennis Knauer, 78, just finished 2,000 sessions of cardiac rehab and is a passionate believer in the program for short-term recovery from cardiac-related health issues and long-term health. Knauer has lived in Lincoln for the past 60…

Decatur Stroke Survivor Educates Others on Stroke Symptoms

John Steven Taylor, 53, of Decatur, has survived numerous ischemic strokes and is able to quickly recognize stroke symptoms. Passionate about the importance of stroke awareness, he shares his story with anyone who will listen. “I’m just blessed because I…

Why Strokes Can Happen At Any Age and What You Can Do About It

While most strokes occur in persons over 65, it can happen at any age. Unfortunately, sometimes people do not recognize the symptoms of a stroke in younger individuals because they don’t think it’s possible. Each year, 795,000 people suffer a…