Did you know that colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States?
Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts within the colon or rectum and can spread throughout the body. Although rate of colorectal cancer has been declining by about 1% a year in older adults, according to the American Cancer Society, the rates in people younger than 55 has steadily been increasing by 1% to 2% a year since the mid-1990s.
Winter is a season filled with snowy landscapes and chilly weather, but it also brings challenges like slippery sidewalks and icy paths. To ensure safety and prevent falls during this time, it’s important to follow some simple yet effective tips.
It’s scary but true: stroke is the third leading cause of death in the State of Maryland. But knowing a few stroke basics could save your life. We asked Aruna Bollineni, M.D., a neurologist with Carroll Health Group Neurology, to share with us the keys to being “stroke smart.”
With social distancing encouraged during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are having a difficult time remaining socially active and are at risk of becoming socially isolated.
Why Waiting Can Do More Harm than Good
Parents may be reluctant to visit the pediatrician’s office during the COVID-19 pandemic. But if this means your child will be missing routine vaccinations, you should think twice, says Cynthia Roldan, M.D., medical director of pediatrics at Carroll Hospital.
Carroll Hospital saw hundreds of cases of the flu last year, with the first confirmed case in September and the last in June.
The best way to prevent getting the flu is to receive a flu vaccine. But did you know that you should wait until after October 1 to get your vaccination?
