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Sidelined: Injuries Can Take Weekend Warriors Out of the Game

Are weekend or seasonal athletes more prone to injury than professionals?

There are two things at play. One is conditioning. The “weekend warrior” is not as likely to be well conditioned, so that puts them at increased risk. But, they are engaged in athletics far fewer hours per week than pro athletes, overall decreasing their chances of being injured.

7Jul2008 | Avera Health | 0 comments | Continued
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Working Rotating Shifts Without Losing Your Balance

Careers in emergency services, law enforcement, health care, transportation, manufacturing, and more may involve shifts that rotate between days, evenings and nights. While rotating shifts might offer flexibility, people don’t always realize the impact on their health and personal life.

10Jun2008 | Avera Health | 0 comments | Continued
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Protect Yourself Against Colon Cancer with Regular Screenings

About 6 percent of men in the United States develop colorectal cancer at some point in their lifetime, or about one in 17. Among both men and women, an estimated 150,000 new cases are diagnosed each year.

3Mar2008 | Avera Health | 0 comments | Continued
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To Prevent Heart Disease, Know Your Numbers

High cholesterol is not the only factor in heart disease, but it’s a very significant factor. High blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity and genetics also play a role.

15Feb2008 | Avera Health | 0 comments | Continued