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Smoking Cessation for Older Adults: It's not too late!
November 20 is Great American Smokeout
You may be surprised to hear that older smokers are usually more successful at quitting smoking than younger smokers. This
is especially true if they already have health problems, particularly those associated with smoking. Studies suggest that
elderly persons who ask their doctors about help for smoking cessation are more likely to get that help and may be more likely
to be successful quitters. At your next medical visit don't forget to ask what you and your doctor together can do to help
you kick the habit.
Premedication With Lidocaine Gel May Decrease Discomfort During Mammography
Mammography is the best known tool for breast cancer screening, but it is an uncomfortable procedure for some women. A recent
study found that a lidocaine gel provided some relief of discomfort and made women more comfortable.
Gluten-Free Diet
National Celiac Disease Awareness Month
If you have gluten intolerance, or celiac disease, your body is unable to digest gluten. Consuming gluten may result in symptoms
such as cramping, bloating, gas, and diarrhea. The only treatment is to eliminate gluten from your diet. Following a gluten-free
diet can reverse any intestinal damage and nutrient deficiencies that may have occurred as a result of consuming gluten.
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