A healthy living blog from Marshfield Clinic Health System
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What causes cancer? True risks vs. myths
Cancer has many possible causes and even more suspected and rumored causes. Some risk factors are avoidable and others are not, which may make it unclear how we can…
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Hepatitis C: Multiple generations now at risk
It wasn’t too long ago that hepatitis C was a virus that predominantly impacted baby boomers. Millions of people born between 1945-1965 became infected before the virus was identified.…
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Being Diagnosed with Cancer
After you are diagnosed with cancer, we provide many support options while developing a treatment plan. Life changes as soon as you are told you have cancer. You may…
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Have a drinking problem? Alcoholism and binge drinking
You’re headed to a fish fry Friday. Then you’re ice fishing Saturday with the guys. And you wrap up the weekend with a
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Pancreatic cancer: 3 things to know
Pancreatic cancer is, in general, a relatively aggressive form of cancer. Dr. Seth Fagbemi, a Marshfield Clinic Health System oncologist/hematologist, said the best outcomes for patients usually occur when…
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Stages of Breast Cancer
The following definition of the stages of breast cancer comes from the National Cancer Institute. These are the stages of breast cancer: Stage 0 Stage 0 is sometimes used…
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Common labs and recommended values for your health
There are 18 common lab tests your primary care provider may request before or after your regular wellness exam. If your common lab values are not within the appropriate…