Category Archives: Preventive Medicine

He Said, She Said: How One Couple Battled Colon Cancer Together

March 21st, 2013 - 10:37 am

Sue Willingham remembers the May 2010 day well. She was getting ready to take her two children to school. But before leaving the house, she did what any mom might – use the restroom. But then she noticed she’d lightly … Continue reading →

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Routine Executive Health exam leads to cancer diagnosis

December 2nd, 2012 - 8:00 am

Marilyn Dobski is happy to be able to spend time with her grandchildren following successful cancer treatment at Mayo Clinic. Continue reading →

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Suzanne Vela: The Flu Shot Could Save Your Life

October 17th, 2011 - 8:00 am

In mid-February, 2011, flu-like symptoms caused Suzanne Vela to leave work early to try to recover quickly from fatigue and a persistent cough. Several days of rest at home did not seem to improve her symptoms and Javier Vela, Suzanne’s … Continue reading →

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