Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. We breathe it every day. Last week, we explored the basics of radon: what it is, how you can be exposed, and some DIY home testing methods. This week, for National Radon Action Month, we're examining the link between radon...
In the past, cervical cancer was one of the most common causes of death for women. Today, doctors are able to catch and treat cervical cancer much earlier. January is Cervical Health Awareness Month and so we're highlighting some important facts to know about cervical cancer...
In the past, cervical cancer was one of the most common causes of death for women. Today, doctors are able to catch and treat cervical cancer much earlier. January is Cervical Health Awareness Month and so we're highlighting some important facts to know about cervical cancer...
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in people with a prostate. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), it's also the second leading cause of death, behind lung cancer, among men in the United States. Prostate cancer can affect anyone with a...
February is Cancer Awareness Month, and in this week's PHMP Knowledgebase Article, we're talking about the numerous proactive, preventative measures you can take to avoid cancer. Preventable Causes of Cancer Smoking According to the American Association of Cancer Research, smoking is the leading cause of preventable cancer. Each...
Being told you have a high risk of lung cancer or being diagnosed with it can leave you with a lot of questions. There's a great deal of information — and misinformation — out there, and it can be hard to make sense of it...
A mere visual inspection may not always be sufficient when it comes to a skin cancer diagnosis. That's according to a research team from the University of Birmingham in the U.K., led by Jac Dinnes, PhD, a senior researcher in the university's Unit of Public Health,...
April is testicular cancer awareness month! Join us as we explore a variety of issues on this important health topic. What is testicular cancer? Testicular cancer is a cancer that originates in one or both testicles, or testes, which are responsible for producing sperm and the hormone...
You have not participated in the Proactive Health Management Plan last month! In order to receive PHMP Benefit Credit, call a PHMP Health Coach at 855-498-4643 or log into the PHMP Member Portal. A sharp pain in your breast, possibly with some tenderness, may have you...
Overview The thyroid gland is a part of the endocrine system. The endocrine system produces hormones that regulate the normal functions of the body. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the throat. It has a left and right lobe. The isthmus...
Environmental factors surrounding the rise of cancer must not be overlooked! Making good choices in these 5 areas will go a long way in your fight against cancer, or helping to overcome it!!! There’s SO MUCH you can do to deal with your own environment simply...
In our previous posts we've covered the importance of developing a plan to quit smoking and putting that plan into action to kick the habit. By now, you've prepared yourself for what's to come and you've taken the first big steps towards self-improvement. So, what about the long haul? How...
In last week's blog, we talked about the importance of developing a plan to quit smoking and how taking preparatory steps beforehand can vastly improve your chances of success. By now, we've outlined our rationale for kicking the habit; set an achievable quit date; and identified...
Habits constitute the daily chug and churn of our lives. You go to bed at a certain time; you wake at a certain time. You brush your teeth; you take your vitamins. Ordinary life is built on routine. Unfortunately, bad habits are as much a...
Once you're committed to eating healthy, a garden of opportunity awaits. Veggies are a staple of healthy eating, and certain vegetables possess amazing cancer-fighting properties. These superpowered health foods are called cruciferous vegetables, and studies have shown that they inhibit the proliferation of tested cancer cell lines. In...