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Should you take #aspirin for prevention of #stroke or #heart attack, and if so, how much? Who shouldn't take it? A cardiologist discusses why taking a daily adult aspirin, as President Trump does, may not be a good idea.
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February 4, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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Deaths from #Alcohol-RelatedDisease doubled from 1999 to 2020, according to federal CDC data. The prevalence of #obesity likely contributed to this trend, according to a 2025 analysis. A family physician discusses the problem.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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When you cut or injure your #hand, where should you go for help? A Cape Cod hand surgeon discusses different scenarios:
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Knives are out for holiday cooking. What to do about hand and finger injuries
Learn when a hand or finger injury needs urgent care or the ER. Local hand surgeon Dr. Peter Bentivegna explains how to handle cuts, bites, burns and other common holiday-season hand injuries.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:14 AM
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More teens are trying #NicotinePouches placed in the mouth, such as the brand ZYN. Though they don't contain tobacco, the pouches still pose a danger to health, says a local thoracic surgeon.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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Quitting smoking can bring a host of health improvements, including a sense of taking control of your life.
A local thoracic surgeon discusses the benefits of quitting. My story for Cape Cod Health News:
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November 12, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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Don't ignore a #TIA, or "mini-stroke," says a Cape Cod neurologist. Though a TIA's stroke-like symptoms quickly fade, it can cause gradual mental decline and may signal the presence of one or more untreated conditions.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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The benefits of human #touch are significant, according to data from more than 200 studies. A Cape Cod Hospital outpatient behavioral health case manager discusses touch's benefits and says it's underutilized in the U.S.
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September 30, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Men who are getting up several times a night to use the bathroom have several options to improve poor urine flow from an #EnlargedProstate. A #urologist discusses the pros and cons of pills and procedures.
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Does your growing prostate have you up at night?
There are ways to address the frequent bathroom visits during the night.
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September 30, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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Federal #vaccine policy changes and responses to them have raised questions about whose advice to follow, availability of shots and if insurance will cover them.
A #pediatrician discusses the value of vaccines. My story for #CapeCodHealthNews:
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September 17, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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#musculardystrophy #fshdsociety #capecodtimes #fshd | Rich Holmes
Back in 2009, I launched the first Cape Cod Walk 'n' Roll for FSH #MuscularDystrophy, motivated by the loss of my brother to this genetic disease, which I also have. That modest event eventually becam...
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September 9, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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#Obesity is driving huge increases in #cardiac deaths. A cardiologist discusses this alarming trend.
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September 3, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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#ClimateChange is lengthening allergy seasons and Canadian #WildfireSmoke is making symptoms worse, says a Cape and Islands otolaryngologist.
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August 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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The #AlzheimersFamilySupportCenter continues to expand services for those with dementia and their caregivers. For five years, the #CapeCodHealthcareFoundation has supported the organization's work with community benefit grants.
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July 23, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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President #Trump has #VenousInsufficiency -- and so do many Americans, especially women and older adults. A vascular surgeon discusses the symptoms, perils and treatment of this progressive condition.
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President Trump’s medical condition is common
A vascular surgeon explains venous insufficiency.
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July 23, 2025 at 1:51 AM
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#Hemorrhoids are a pain in the you-know-what. Here's a #gastroenterologist's tips to avoid them and how they may be treated. Good news -- most don't need surgery.
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July 15, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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#Smart #implant for #KneeReplacement helps doctor track patient recovery and more. My story for #CapeCodHealthNews:
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July 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Are #SeedOils really as bad as critics claim? A local dietitian puts the matter in perspective. My story for #CapeCodHealthNews:
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June 18, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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The popular weight-loss drug #Zepbound can be used to treat obesity-related obstructive #SleepApnea, the FDA ruled earlier this year. This provides another tool to aid patients, says Cape Cod sleep doctor Mir Shuttari.
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June 11, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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Women can cut their risk of #BreastCancer in their post-menopausal years by avoiding excess pounds. My story for #CapeCodHealthNews:
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May 28, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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Cape Cod Hospital became a Level III #TraumaCenter early this year and recently held a simulation of several injured patients arriving at the emergency room as a training and assessment exercise.
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Cape Cod Hospital staff trains for trauma emergencies
The hospital was designated as a Level III trauma center in January. Physicians and staff are ready.
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May 21, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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Simple removal can take care of most cases of #SkinCancer, says a Cape Cod surgeon, who urges practicing prevention and addressing possible problems promptly.
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Surgery can solve most early-stage skin cancer cases
Most early-stage skin cancers can be cured with simple surgery if caught early. Learn the signs, treatment options, and prevention tips from general and thoracic surgeon Lawrence Novak, MD.
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May 20, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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Should early stage and low-risk #breast and #prostate tumors be called #cancer? Experts disagree.
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Should Stage 0 breast or prostate cancer be treated?
A new study questions overtreatment for slow-growing tumors, but breast cancer expert Naomi Kalliath still supports early treatment.
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April 16, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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How much #protein do you need to eat? Does anyone need more? My story for #CapeCodHealthNews.
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Are you eating enough protein, or too much?
Advice on the issue can vary. Our dietitian weighs in.
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April 10, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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New #BloodTest increases accuracy of diagnosing #Alzheimer'a disease. My story for Cape Cod Health News:
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What a new blood test means for Alzheimer’s patients
While not yet widely in use, it could help with earlier diagnosis and treatment.
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March 28, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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Treating #anxiety and #depression following a #heart attack or other cardiac event can greatly lower the chance of dying or returning to a hospital.
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Treating the psychological part of a heart attack can keep patients healthier
A new study shows that anxiety and depression can affect post-heart attack patients’ recovery.
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March 26, 2025 at 2:29 PM