Category: Health Blog

Each fall, as the leaves begin to change and the air grows crisp, another seasonal visitor returns: the flu. While it’s easy to brush off as “just another …

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Your gallbladder is a small organ with a big job – it helps your body digest fats by storing and releasing bile. But when it’s not working properly, …

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If you’ve been following our fluoride series, you already know what fluoride is and how it works to protect teeth. You also know that decades of research show …

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In a previous article, we discussed what fluoride is and how it helps protect teeth from decay. But while fluoride is widely recognized by public health experts as …

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At Lakes Regional Healthcare, we care deeply about the well-being of our community, not just in times of illness, but in preventive care as well. One of the …

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Lakes Regional Healthcare is proud to serve a community that values health and well-being. While Iowa is fortunate to have zero reported cases of measles in the state …

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GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Ozempic, have revolutionized weight loss by helping individuals manage appetite and blood sugar levels. However, many people mistakenly believe eating as little as …

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Radon is a naturally occurring, colorless, odorless, and tasteless radioactive gas. It is formed through the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. Though it’s present in …

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Losing weight doesn’t have to mean deprivation or extreme measures. By adopting sustainable habits and focusing on overall well-being, you can achieve a healthy weight while improving your …

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Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among men. In the United States alone, it is the second most diagnosed cancer in men, following …

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