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Pulmonary Embolism: A Silent Danger

Jun 5, 2025, 10:16 AM by Allison Sanford
Imagine going about your day—working, traveling, or even just resting—when suddenly you're short of breath, your chest feels tight, and something doesn't feel right. These could be the subtle signs of a pulmonary embolism.
Heart & Vascular
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Superfood of the Month: Peaches

Jun 4, 2025, 5:06 PM by Allison Sanford
Low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins and antioxidants, peaches deliver big benefits for your skin, heart, digestion and more. This everyday fruit earns its superfood status by supporting overall health in a refreshingly natural way.
Healthy Living
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Is It Food Poisoning or a Stomach Bug?

May 5, 2025, 1:16 PM by Allison Sanford
If you've ever spent a day curled up near the bathroom, dealing with nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, you've probably asked yourself: Was it something I ate, or did I catch a bug?
Primary Care
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Superfood of the Month: Mushrooms

May 2, 2025, 11:04 AM by Allison Sanford
Mushrooms are nutritional goldmines with impressive health benefits. Whether tossed into a stir-fry, blended into a soup or eaten raw, mushrooms pack a punch when it comes to immune support, disease prevention and overall wellness.
Healthy Living
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Can You Stop Tinnitus?

Apr 29, 2025, 8:50 AM by Allison Sanford
Tinnitus — the phantom ringing, buzzing, or hissing in your ears — affects millions worldwide. For some, it's a mild annoyance. For others, it's a constant companion that disrupts sleep, focus, and quality of life.
Primary Care
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Celebrating 25 Years of New Beginnings

Apr 2, 2025, 11:54 AM by Allison Sanford
This year, Debbie Jacques celebrates her 25th year at Lexington Medical Center and being part of nearly 70,000 births as a birth certificate clerk at the hospital.
LMC People
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Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight

Mar 31, 2025, 4:17 PM by Allison Sanford
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which is vital for vision. Often called the "silent thief of sight," glaucoma typically develops slowly and painlessly, with no noticeable symptoms in the early stages.
Primary Care
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Is "Ozempic Butt" a Real Thing?

Mar 21, 2025, 12:24 PM by Allison Sanford
The good news is GLP-1s can help you lose 5–15% of your body weight. The bad news is not all that weight loss is fat. Some of it is muscle.
Primary Care

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Disclaimer: This blog is intended for general understanding and education about Lexington Medical Center. Nothing on the blog should be considered or used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Blog visitors with personal health or medical questions should consult their health care provider.