Special to IFN More than 55 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia. Being a caregiver for someone with this disease can feel like uncharted territory. Ben
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Special to IFN “I’m not sick, so I don’t need a doctor.” “I don’t want to talk about my health.” “I’m just going to man up.” Do any of these
Special to IFN High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is known as the silent killer. It can go undetected for years while causing permanent internal damage to your body.
Special to IFN Seventy percent of adults identify as having chronic stress. Does that sound like you? Nurse and yoga instructor Sara Neal, who teaches ways to stop stress, has several
Special to IFN Prescription drugs are a great help to many if used as prescribed. Unfortunately, the CDC estimates more than 1.5 million emergency room visits each year are caused
Special to IFN Did you know tobacco use is the leading cause of most preventable deaths in the United States? Although the health risks are widely known, nearly 20 percent
Special to IFN Many people shy away from discussing topics like colonoscopies and gastrointestinal concerns. This is part of the reason why colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer
Special to IFN RALEIGH — As warmer weather approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures to reduce
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare Mooresville Imaging has acquired a Fuji Film iStream CT Scanner. This advanced technology is only offered at three locations across the state of North Carolina.
Special to IFN Many people choose to brush off the idea of therapy for fear of judgment, vulnerability or the unknown. Maggie Taylor, a licensed clinical social worker at Iredell
Special to IFN Vacation is supposed to be a time to rest and recharge, but many find themselves returning feeling worse than they did before they left. Family Nurse Practitioner
Special to IFN RALEIGH — As measles cases continue to rise across the country, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is taking proactive steps to ensure the state
Special to IFN The number of measles cases in the United States is rapidly increasing due to outbreaks across the country. Fortunately, there is a scientifically proven vaccine to protect
Special to IFN “I don’t have time to cook.” “I don’t know where to start.” “Healthy foods are expensive.” Do you find yourself saying these phrases? If so, Iredell Health
Special to IFN When you’re sick or injured, the last thing you want to do is waste precious time deciding where to go for care, especially when your primary care
Special to IFN Dr. Bradley Martin, a cardiologist at Statesville Cardiovascular Clinic, was in the fifth grade when he knew he wanted to pursue cardiology after his grandfather needed bypass
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday reported an increase in flu activity and flu-related deaths, bringing the total number of deaths this
Special to IFN Getting a potentially life-saving mammogram doesn’t have to be so daunting thanks to Iredell Imaging at Mooresville. Scheduling and keeping a mammogram appointment can be difficult for
Special to IFN Studies show that U.S. adults who regularly see their established primary care provider have 33 percent lower overall healthcare costs and 19 percent lower odds of premature
Special to IFN RALEIGH — As North Carolinians prepare to gather with friends and family during the holiday season, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services recommends following food safety
Special to IFN The school year is officially in full swing, and you have probably seen the elaborate school lunches influencers are packing for their kids each morning. Are you
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare Pelvic Health Center, a dual-specialty clinic housing the Women’s Center and Piedmont Urology, is now offering Emsella, an innovative, non-invasive treatment that strengthens pelvic floor
Special to IFN The Iredell County Health Department, in partnership with Integrated Care of Greater Hickory (ICGH), will host the Young Minds: Mental Health and Substance Misuse Support Summit on
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare and Iredell Health System recently celebrated a significant milestone in their joint efforts to enhance preventive healthcare. Together, the organizations have marked the 100th case
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first flu-related death of the 2024-2025 flu season. An adult in the Charlotte metro
Special to IFN Have you ever wondered who makes healthcare decisions for you when you’re no longer able to? These decisions are in your hands with predetermined advance directives. Many
Special to IFN As respiratory illness season approaches, the Iredell County Health Department is encouraging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from seasonal illnesses
Special to IFN If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, you know the toll it can take on a person’s physical and emotional abilities. While
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is encouraging everyone age six months and older to get their seasonal flu shot and COVID-19
Special to IFN Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects more than 12 million Americans. In fact, one in five people over the age of 60 is living with PAD. September is
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced a confirmed case of measles (rubeola) in a child in Mecklenburg County on Monday. This is
Special to IFN When cardiac issues strike, it’s comforting to know there is a cardiac rehab facility right in your backyard. Rick Carney was born with a bicuspid aortic valve
Special to IFN RALEIGH — As children across North Carolina head back to school this month, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services reminds families that vaccinations are an important
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health & Human Services has launched a new, multilingual Disaster and Behavioral Health Resources Communications Toolkit to provide communities with tips, guidance
Special to IFN PHC Mastor Mental Health is now offering Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray, an innovative treatment for individuals suffering from treatment-resistant depression. This breakthrough therapy is designed to help
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As summer approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is emphasizing the importance of safe swimming, heat safety and safe grilling