Heart scan eyed as tool for early heart disease detection
The EBCT heart scan targets adults over 45 at risk to detect calcium deposits in arteries. Stanford notes 95 percent accuracy in predicting heart disease and says early screening can prompt lifestyle changes or treatment, with widespread mass testing debated by cardiologists.
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Stanford
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Illinois
Sergei Grinkov
Sanford
American Heart Association
Health notes list local free screenings and support groups
Free cataract screening at Fox Eye Institute in Cedar Rapids. Crohn's and breast cancer support groups meet at Mercy Medical Center with speakers on arthritis, imaging updates, and mid life education. Fresh Start smoking classes run June 1 8 15 22 in Mercy’s Room 1109 via ACS registration.
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Fox Eye Institute
H Ave
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Crohn
Mercy Medical Center
Jan Monk
Hall Radiation Center
McKinley Room
Arnold Honick
St. Luke's Women's Care
Area Substance Abuse Council
American Cancer Society
Bacterial skin infections and their warning signs
This guide outlines common bacterial skin infections Folliculitis boils carbuncles impetigo and their symptoms. It warns to seek medical care from a physician for worsening or unresponsive cases and advises contacting a pharmacist for questions or confirmation of infection. It notes the role of antibiotics and cautions against squeezing boils.
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