World Hepatitis Day
Hepatitis, in all forms, can be scary. You may think you already know everything about this disease, however, hepatitis doesn’t just come with a list of symptoms or prescribed medications. Many people living with hepatitis also face social stigmas after diagnosis. Misinformation and assumptions can …
Beating Summer Dehydration
The summer heat can be brutal. One minute you’re in air conditioning and feeling great. The next minute, you step outside and immediately start sweating and lose fluids. People who primarily workout or exercise outdoors understand. However, even those who are used to the heat …
Applying Sunblock: The Do’s And Don’ts
Applying sunblock is easy! You purchase the highest-SPF sunblock you can find and apply some while you’re outside. Sounds perfect, right? According to a 2016 survey conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), 55% of survey takers thought that the higher the SPF, the …
Women’s Health Week
Women’s Health Week is a time to focus on the health and well-being of women everywhere physically, mentally, and emotionally. It’s also important to understand that “healthy” can look different on everyone. Every woman is on her own separate journey to living the best lifestyle …
Stroke Awareness Month
According to the CDC, someone in the United States will have a stroke every 40 seconds. And someone dies from a stroke every four minutes. For National Stroke Awareness Month, CCMH has important stroke prevention and awareness facts that could help you reduce your risk …
Head And Neck Cancer
Saturday, April 24 between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m., the Lawton location for Cancer Centers of Southwest Oklahoma will be performing FREE head and neck cancer screenings. Please schedule an appointment by contacting the center if you are interested. Head And Neck Cancer Head and …
Sleep And Mental Health
Sleeping is a natural function of the human body that everyone needs to recharge and prepare for the coming day. Much like our laptops and smartphones, our bodies need that time to turn off and cool down. They can use this time to even heal …
Managing Spring Allergies
Springtime brings beautiful rain showers and lush, green lawns. But with spring weather also comes budding plant life and potentially unpleasant allergens like pollen, which can trigger your seasonal allergies and cause discomfort. Common reactions to these allergens can range from symptoms like congestion and …
The Benefits of Coffee
If coffee isn’t part of your morning routine, you may want to reconsider! Around 62% of Americans drink coffee every day. On average, Americans consume about three cups per day. Most Americans make coffee a necessary part of their morning routines, caffeine being the motivator …
How To Improve Your Sleep
Keeping a good sleep schedule can be hard enough on its own. Throughout the day, people often consume things like caffeine, sugar and technology without even thinking how it impacts them. These add up and can cause sleeping at night to be more difficult. But …
