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Read our blogs written by Lancaster General Health’s healthcare professionals. Our blogs discuss the latest news in medical care, treatment and research. If you are not a member of our Community but would like to make a comment on a blog, please Join the Community to add your comments every time you sign in.

 



For all athletes, a baseline concussion test is the first step to protecting the brain

Jon Bentz, PhD | 03/01/2013


There have not been many, if any, medical conditions that have received as much attention over the past several years as sports-related concussions and the lingering dangers they can cause. For student athletes, protecting against concussion starts with getting a baseline neurological test before play begins.
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Migraines may be masked by other headache symptoms

Anurag Walia, MD | 11/09/2012


Do you have migraines and other headache symptoms as well? These symptoms may be even more troublesome than your migraines. Read more



Enjoy yourself and have some chocolate

Jon Bentz, PhD | 10/26/2012


In several of our prior Stroke Wise blogs, we’ve spoken about the need to quit smoking, limit alcohol use, avoid foods high in saturated fats, and cut salt intake to reduce your risk of stroke. Today is different—let’s talk about chocolate. Read more



The hidden risk of sleep deprivation: Stroke

Jon Bentz, PhD | 07/05/2012


You probably have read or heard of studies indicating that a large percentage of Americans are sleep-deprived. Now the data suggests that a lack of sleep might also increase the risk of stroke.

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Super foods? Flavonoids, stroke, and your brain

Adrianna Zec | 04/30/2012


Your mother always told you to eat your vegetables, although she may not have known exactly why they’re good for you. Research is giving us answers. Fruits and vegetables can lower blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and probably some cancers. Now comes another study showing benefits in stroke prevention.

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