Alzheimer’s, the disease commonly referred to as the thief of a person’s mind, is a progressive brain disorder affecting millions of individuals worldwide and is characterized by the gradual decline of a person’s cognitive functions, memory loss and behavioral changes. Alzheimer’s is a challenging disease that profoundly impacts individuals, families and society as a whole,
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) received eight national Telly Awards for excellence in television commercial production at the 45th Annual National Telly Awards held recently in New York City. The eight awards presented to PMC are the highest number of awards that any hospital in America received in the hospital category. The Telly Awards is a
June is National Men’s Health Month, an important time for men to evaluate their health and take proactive steps, like routine screenings and testing, which can help detect signs of many preventable health issues. Studies show that men are significantly less likely than women to visit a doctor or report symptoms when they arise. In
When it comes to types of cancer diagnosed in men, colorectal or colon cancer closely follows skin and prostate cancer and is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. The death rate for colorectal cancer has dropped in recent years, attributed to an uptick in screenings and improvements in treatment methods. Patients who participate in
