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Northern Nevada Medical Center joins Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield managed care plans
Hernia repairs now
offer faster recovery
Shingles requires
early treatment
Fall 2006
Calendar of Events
How can I tell if it’s carpal tunnel syndrome?
Botox
Progress comes for schizophrenia treatment
Rehabilitation offers hope for patients with multiple sclerosis
Jump online to Race for the Cure®!
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Hernia repairs now offer faster recovery

Hernias are common problems that affect people of all ages. A hernia is a protrusion of body contents through the lining of the body that is designed to contain them. Hernias can occur in many different areas of the body, but the most common location is the inguinal, or groin, area.
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Another look at botox

The Food and Drug Administration approved Botox cosmetic in 2002 as an injectable medicine to temporarily reduce frown lines on the forehead. It's now the most frequently performed nonsurgical procedure.

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Shingles requires early treatment

Nearly 90 percent of all adults in the United States are at risk of developing shingles.
How can I tell if it’s carpal tunnel syndrome?

Early detection of carpal tunnel syndrome is the key to resolving symptoms without surgery.

Jump online to Race for the Cure®!

8th annual Race raises funds for local breast cancer programs and national research grants

Fall 2006
Calendar of events


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