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Welcome to CentraState Healthcare System’s blog, your trusted resource for wellness tips, health trends, medical insights, and more.

Browse through our vast collection of articles, backed by our expert team of healthcare professionals and doctors. From essential preventive care strategies to cutting-edge medical innovations and uplifting patient stories that embody resilience and hope, our blog will help you stay informed and inspired on your journey to optimal health.

Throttling Through Rehabilitation: Learning to Walk and Getting to Ride Again

By |2024-05-10T08:13:22-04:00July 10th, 2021|Categories: Health A-Z, Physical Therapy|Tags: , |

While on vacation at his parents’ house in Durango, Mexico in April 2020, Victor Mendoza-Gutierrez was enjoying a typical ride on his motorcycle—until the driver of a car to his left ignored a stop sign at the intersection. Victor was unable to stop in time and the car slammed [...]

Breastfeeding Myth-Busting: 4 Facts New Moms Should Know

By |2021-06-28T12:19:47-04:00July 9th, 2021|Categories: Pregnancy and Parenting|Tags: , , |

Breastfeeding is one of the most personal choices you can make for your growing family. Preparing yourself with the facts as you first navigate your breastfeeding journey can help set you up for success. “Our bodies know how to nourish our new babies,” says Lysanne Loucel, MBA, IBCLC, board-certified [...]

A Microscopic but Mighty Approach to Treating Liver Cancer

By |2022-09-09T10:59:39-04:00July 9th, 2021|Categories: Cancer|Tags: |

For some patients with liver cancer, surgery may not be an option. CentraState now offers transarterial radioembolization (TARE), an advanced therapy that targets tumors with a high dose of focused radiation while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. Approximately 34,000 people are diagnosed with liver cancer in the United States each [...]

Live Life Well Again

By |2021-06-22T13:43:19-04:00July 2nd, 2021|Categories: Coronavirus, Health A-Z|Tags: |

As more people receive their COVID-19 vaccinations and states lift lockdown restrictions, the possibilities of things we can do again are nearly endless. But for many who already have the vaccine, what they have been looking forward to doing to most largely comes down to the three Fs: family, [...]

Take Action TODAY for a Healthier TOMORROW with These Important Screenings

By |2021-07-14T13:59:04-04:00July 1st, 2021|Categories: Health A-Z|Tags: , , , , |

You’ve done a great job of trying to keep yourself COVID-free, but it’s time to make the rest of your body a priority! Health screenings and regular visits to your primary care provider are the keys to early detection of a host of illnesses and your best path to [...]

Thank a Loved One with a Gratitude Letter

By |2021-06-23T13:19:54-04:00June 23rd, 2021|Categories: Health A-Z|

Over the last year, we have seen family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and strangers pull together for the well-being of the community. Perhaps it is time to offer some thanks. Showing your appreciation for someone doesn’t have to be a grand gesture. Even the smallest efforts can make someone’s day. [...]

Healthy Summer Grilling Recipes

By |2021-07-28T16:44:46-04:00June 23rd, 2021|Categories: Health A-Z|Tags: , |

Summer is here, and along with flip-flops and sunscreen comes the sizzling on the grill. Often grilled foods include an array of heavily-marinated and fatty foods that don’t do any favors to your waistline and can have other health impacts. But choosing healthier options doesn’t mean you have to [...]

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