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Lung Cancer Awareness: Early Detection Saves Lives

American Cancer Society, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer accounts for approximately 23% of all cancer deaths, making it a critical public health issue. However, early detection through low-dose CT lung cancer screening can significantly improve survival rates, offering hope for those at risk.

Don't Let the Flu Catch You - Flu shots available

The primary care physicians at Lovelace Medical Group provide high quality family medicine services for patients in New Mexico. We specialize in diagnosing and treating various health conditions. Our family medicine services include preventive health check-ups, care for chronic conditions, and guidance on nutrition, exercise, and your overall health. We also provide immunizations and vaccinations, as well as access to more specialized forms of care when needed. Choose Lovelace Medical Group for exceptional primary care that puts your wellness first.

Six things you need to know about hearing loss

One of the most common misconceptions about hearing loss is that it only affects older adults. In reality, anyone at any age can experience hearing loss or decreased clarity of hearing. Here are six things you should understand about avoiding or minimizing hearing loss at any age:

1. What causes hearing loss?

New vaccine available for the 2024-25 flu season

A new vaccine that fights three strains of influenza is now available from health care providers across the U.S.

The most effective way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While the virus can spread among the population during the entire year, the flu season is generally in the fall and winter. The peak months for the flu are December through February.

While the CDC recommends you get an annual flu vaccine by the end of October, any time you get it before the peak months will help.

Lovelace Westside Hospital Celebrates 40 Years of Service to Albuquerque Westside

2024 is a monumental birthday for Lovelace Westside Hospital, marking 40 years of serving Rio Rancho and Westside residents of Albuquerque with high-quality, convenient care.

What began as a small, community hospital has grown into an exceptional team who have contributed to Lovelace Westside Hospital’s achievements. Their outstanding work and commitment to caring for the community impacts patients’ lives every day.

Stay Safe This 4th of July: Common Emergencies and How to Avoid Them

The 4th of July is a time for celebration but it’s also the busiest day of the year for fire and EMS departments across the country, including here in New Mexico. With fireworks, barbecues and outdoor activities, the risk of accidents and injuries increases significantly. By being aware of potential hazards and taking preventive measures, you can ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday.

Engineer’s perception changed with second hip replacement

There is a natural curiosity in engineers to understand exactly how things work.

Two men standing together smilingDescription automatically generatedMark Meyer, 63, an Albuquerque resident who works at Sandia National Laboratories as a field engineer, was very curious about the workings of the hip joint and to understand why his right hip was causing so much pain.

Infant sun protection

Infant skin is different than adult skin – it is thinner, lighter and more sensitive. A sunburn on a baby can become a medical emergency from blisters, fever and dehydration. The best way to prevent this is to protect your baby from becoming sunburned.

Ways to protect your baby from the sun include:

Spotting the Warning Signs of Stroke Critical for Successful Treatment

Do you know the warning signs for a stroke? Would you recognize them in someone else? What about yourself? We often think if something like a stroke has occurred, we would realize it immediately, right? As it turns out, nearly 70 percent of people who have suffered a minor stroke don’t recognize the symptoms at all. Seeking medical treatment within the first three hours is critical to successful treatment. However, according to a study published in the journal Stroke, 30 percent of stroke patients wait more than 24 hours to contact their doctor or head to the emergency room.

Photographer captures more underwater dives after hip replacement surgery

Jim Cox, 66, started scuba diving and underwater photography about fifty years ago while in high school. He admits, however, that those first photos were appreciated only by him and his parents.

“I’ve always had a love for our oceans,” said Cox, who eventually earned a degree in ocean engineering. His graduate work centered more on engineering mechanics, which helps his current role as a mechanical engineer.