The COVID-19 Vaccine Can Impact Mammograms. What You Should Do (and Why You Shouldn’t Worry!). March 15, 2021 Some people develop temporary swelling in lymph nodes under the arm where they’re vaccinated. While we now know that this can be a normal response to the vaccine, this could be mistaken for a suspicious finding on your mammogram. To prevent false positives, some (but not all!) women are encouraged to delay mammograms by a few weeks so swelling can subside. Are you one of them? Coronavirus (COVID19) Preventative Care Women’s Health
Why Men Should Stay on Top of Health Screenings February 22, 2021 Even though we are nearly one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, it is still important for patients, especially men to receive cancer screenings. Dr. Daniel Lee, a urologist at Penn Medicine, shares how early cancer screenings can save your life. Coronavirus (COVID19) Men’s Health
COVID-19 Vaccine Myths and Facts February 11, 2021 There’s been a lot of misinformation circulating about the COVID-19 vaccine. We’re setting the record straight about some of the most common COVID vaccine myths. Coronavirus (COVID19)
Could It Be Pneumonia? January 01, 2021 You thought it was just a cold or the flu, but turns out it was actually a lung infection; pneumonia. Now what? Here''s your guide for preventing, identifying, and treating pneumonia. Preventative Care Seasonal Topics
COVID-19 vs. the Flu: How Can You Tell the Difference? December 16, 2020 Many are wondering about the similarities and differences between coronavirus and the flu. We're breaking down all you need to know regarding symptoms, communicability, complications and treatments. Coronavirus (COVID19)
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