Every year, smoking leads to an estimated 480,000 deaths. Although tremendous strides have been made to educate people about the health risks associated with smoking, it’s still the leading cause of preventable deaths and illnesses nationally and globally. No matter how long you’ve been a smoker, it’s never too late to quit. People who stop …
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Read MoreIt’s estimated the average Thanksgiving plate contains 3,000 calories or more. And that’s just one plate! If you’re looking for ways to make your Thanksgiving feast less about gluttony and more of a celebration of living a healthy lifestyle this year, Pegalis Law Group, LLC presents five helpful tips below. Switch to the Lighter Side …
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Read MoreAre you ready for hayrides, hoodies, Halloween, pumpkin patches, and other activities associated with autumn? Soon, the leaves will change color, the temperatures will start to drop, and the days will become shorter as Daylight Savings Time begins in many regions. While you might be tempted to hibernate indoors as Old Man Winter approaches, Pegalis …
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Read MoreSponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), September is National Cholesterol Education Month. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance used by your body to make vitamins and hormones and build cells. There are two types of cholesterol: LDL (bad) and HDL (good). Your liver creates enough cholesterol for you. However, certain foods you …
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Read MoreYou may have heard terms such as “medical negligence” or “medical malpractice” thrown around in the media but aren’t entirely sure of their meaning. Below, Pegalis Law Group, LLC provides an overview of the most common medical lawsuits we have witnessed over the past 50 years to educate our clients and the public as a …
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Read MoreHumans make mistakes daily due to fatigue, misinformation, errors in judgment, and many other factors. Doctors are not immune to making mistakes. The reality is medical errors make up the third leading cause of death in the United States. Whether you’ve received abnormal test results or a seemingly risky surgery recommendation to treat a rare …
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Read MoreSkin cancer continues to be among the most common types of cancer in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates more than 100,000 new cases of skin melanomas are reported every year. Exposure to the sun’s invisible ultraviolet (UV) rays is one of the leading causes of skin cancer. While …
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Read MoreFocusing on Men’s Health Month: Empowering You This Year June is Men’s Health Month, and it’s never too early or too late to prioritize your health. As advocates for healthy, proactive patients of all ages, Pegalis Law Group, LLC is shining a spotlight on ways men can feel empowered about making healthy lifestyle choices this …
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Read MoreFocusing on Women’s Health Month: Empowering You This Year May is Women’s Health Month, and it’s never too early or too late to begin focusing on your health. Staying well while staying at home continues to be on everyone’s mind, even as much of the population plans to get their COVID-19 vaccinations by summer. As …
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Read MoreThe World Health Organization’s World Health Day is April 7. This year’s theme is “Building a Fairer, Healthier World,” promoting better access to healthcare for all. What a year it’s been since the COVID-19 pandemic first began affecting families worldwide. Below, Pegalis Law Group, LLC presents ideas for making the most of World Health Day …
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