Prostate Cancer Risk Linked to BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genes
An Iowa Gazette column notes that men carrying BRCA1 or BRCA2 breast cancer genes have a three to four fold higher risk of prostate cancer. Expert Hartmann explains these tumor suppressor genes influence several cancers. only 5-10 percent of breast cancers arise from these genes. The piece also highlights cancer resources including the American Cancer Society, the ACS Cancer Response System, and local support like Linn's Loan Closet. It provides helplines for national and local guidance and reviews the self-help book Choices for lay readers.
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Aoncu Wingilis Hartmann
Hartmann
Mayo Clinic
Rochester
Minn
American Cancer Society
ACS
Linn’s
Planning Urges Youth To Secure Future Through Healthy Aging
Mulhausen, tied to Iowa City VA Medical Center, promotes prevention for aging adults. He stresses diet, exercise, and avoiding toxins, with walking 20 to 30 minutes daily as a baseline. Emphasizes annual checkups from age 40 or 50, screenings for cholesterol, colon cancer, and hypertension, plus diversifying social networks and planning housing and finances for later life.
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Iowa
Mulhausen
Duke University
American Heart Association
Understanding Medicare Managed Care Program in Iowa City
Mercy Senior Unlimited hosts a free 2 pm talk at Mercy Hospital First Floor Conference Room 500 East Market Street. Speaker Carolyn Ross from the State of Iowa Insurance Division explains how Medicare managed care works, differences from traditional plans, benefits and limits, and questions to ask when choosing a plan. Reservations at Mercy On Call 358 2767.
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Iowa City
California
Florida
Congress
Mercy Senior Unlimited
Medicare Managed Care
Mercy Hospital
East Market St
Carolyn Ross
State of Iowa Insurance Division
Mercy On Call
Health Notes and Community Meetings in Cedar Rapids
Health notes list a Lupus support group at St Luke's Hospital in room 156 with speakers Dave Weetman and Bev Oberfell. Also an immunization booth at the Johnson County 4H Fair July 21-24 at Mercy Hospital and a $15 fee or Medicare coverage. Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Linn County hosts a July 24 talk at St Mark's Lutheran Church with Margaret Stout on how mental illness affects families.
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Cedar Rapids
St. Luke's Hospital
University of Iowa
Dave Weetman
U of
Bev Oberfell
Mercy Hospital
Johnson County
Alliance For the Mentally Ill of
Linn County
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
First Ave
Margaret Stout
AMI of
Iowa
Summer Insect Bites and Safety Tips From Pharmacy Today
Warm weather boosts insects and outdoor activity leading to more bites and stings. Fleas infest homes, chiggers cause itchy bumps, and ticks carry Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease. Mosquito bites are common in children. DEET helps but use caution on young skin. Bee and wasp stings require prompt stinger removal and preparedness for allergic reactions. seek medical care if symptoms escalate. For questions contact Bob Sample at Pharmacy Today in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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United States
DEET
U.S
Bob Sample
Pharmacy Today
Johnson Ave
Cedar Rapids
Towa
Senior Center lifeways of Conner and Pieper radiate optimism
Wilma Conner, 66, credits upbeat living and humor for health after breast cancer and hip surgery. She volunteers at the Senior Center in Ecumenical Towers, writes, acts, takes classes, and helps read and play games. Carl Pieper, 86, calls himself a true Hawkeye and finds purpose in center activities, tours, and pool. he urges staying active, learning, and avoiding sedentary habits.
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Shoots
U of I
Ecumenical Towers
Wilma Conner
Conner
Fort Dodge
Iowa City
University Hospitals Radiology
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National Cancer Institute
Shirley Ruedy
P.O
VA Medical Center
Birchansky
Auer
FOX Eye Institute P.c
Cedar Rapids - Marion
Northland Skin Clinic
B. Davaryar, M.D
Northland Court
Cedar Rapids Pharmacist
Carl Pieper
Pieper
Hawkeye
Fayette County
Oakdale
Cityline
Dean Edell
eciTyune
Amoena
Ahome
Appoin
Tment
BlueCross BlueShield Insurance
Medicare
Teeg
Lee Birchansky, M.D
A.B.E.S
10Th St
7Th Ave
Marion
FOX Eye
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