Smoking and wound healing do not go together. Oxygen is needed for your tissues to heal after surgery. Tobacco use decreases the amount of blood, oxygen, and nutrients that go to your wound. Nicotine increases the risk of blood clots and decreases the ability of cells to help wounds heal and fight infection. Any amount … Continue reading
This October, Riverside Surgical Associates is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common kind of cancer in women. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point. The good news is that many women can survive breast cancer … Continue reading
Happy Summer! As you take time to enjoy the sun that we yearn for all winter, remember to keep your skin safe from the sun’s damaging rays. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. The most common cause of skin cancer is ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, and … Continue reading
Injuries are a leading cause of disability for people of all ages — and they are the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. The good news is everyone can get involved to help prevent injuries. This June, Riverside Surgical Associates encourages you to learn more about important safety issues like prescription … Continue reading
Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of death from cancer. People over age 50 have the highest risk of colorectal cancer. You may also be at higher risk if you are African American, smoke, or have a family history of colorectal cancer. Everyone can … Continue reading