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Cataracts develop most commonly in older patients. Vanessa Symonick spoke to an ophthalmologist to discuss how cataracts form and how you can prevent them from progressing in this week’s Medical Monday.

High blood pressure or hypertension is often referred to as a silent killer and can lead to heart failure.

As temperatures continue to warm up some may turn to hiking and other outdoor activities. While you are venturing through the woods you need to be mindful of ticks.

This week is National Women’s Health Week. Vanessa Symonick spoke with a women’s healthcare provider to discuss the importance of women taking care of themselves and keeping up on regular screenings.

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Vanessa Symonick spoke to an emergency department director to discuss the impacts a stroke can have on the body and why it’s important to seek medical attention immediately.

Oral cancer can impact areas in the mouth and the throat.

Students at the Caribou Community School participated in a walkathon yesterday morning. Newssource 8′s Vanessa Symonick was there and explains what makes this particular walk a thon so meaningful for the community.

Springtime means warmer temperatures and the start of allergy season, but how are pollen levels calculated?

Lymphedema is a condition that can affect patients at any age.

Generally, women begin being screened for mammograms at age forty.