Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women each year in the United States, excluding skin cancer. About 1 in 25 people in the U.S. will develop colorectal cancer during their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society; however, with regular screening, it can be detected early.1 What is […]
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Feb
Feb
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer. However, each year in the United States, an estimated 13,000 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed and 4,000 women die of this cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Screening tests and the HPV vaccine are the keys to prevention. When cervical cancer […]
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Nov
Nov
You might have noticed an update in our name from BioReference Laboratories, Inc. to BioReference Health, LLC. While it may be a small shift in what we call ourselves, our new identity represents a significant difference in how we deliver our solutions and services. For more than four decades, BioReference has built a legacy based […]
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Nov
Nov
It’s not just flu season. It’s the flu, COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) season. While the flu has been diminished for the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic safety measures, such as people staying home and wide-spread masking, experts suggest that this could lead to reduced population immunity.1 These factors can bring […]
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Aug
Aug
Celebrated annually on August 26th, Women’s Equality Day, commemorates the passage of the women’s suffrage in the United States – a historical marker for the challenges faced to drive the women’s movement forward. THE HISTORY The women’s movement spring boarded in the early 19th century, a time where American women couldn’t inherit property or earn […]
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Aug
Aug
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) affects 1 per 8,000 to 10,000 people around the world, according to the National Library of Medicine.1 For SMA Awareness Month, we’re bringing attention to this genetic disorder by highlighting information about how the disease is inherited and the options for SMA testing during pregnancy or preconception. What Is SMA? Spinal […]
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Aug
Aug
If you’re packing up to head back to campus or are sending off a scholar – the start of a new semester is the perfect time to encourage sexual health education. Staying informed about the heightened risk for sexually transmitted infections that college students may face is an important factor in supporting sexual and overall […]
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Jul
Jul
A good night’s rest may be elusive at times, but the benefits of adequate sleep can go far beyond feeling rested. Insufficient sleep has been linked to both the development and management of a number of chronic diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.)1 We’re breaking down the importance of habits […]
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Jul
Jul
July is UV Safety Month – an excellent reminder to protect your skin from ultraviolet (UV) rays that can cause skin cancer.1 Sun safety is important year-round, but it’s especially essential in the summer when UV rays reach peak strength across the continental U.S.2 For UV Safety Month, we’re highlighting some information about skin cancer […]
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Jul
Jul
From beach days to camping trips, many of us are looking forward to fun in the sun now that summer is here. But the summer season can be a host to health hazards that you’ll want to keep in mind. Consider the following tips to help you have a healthy summer. Stay Cool: Prevent Heat-Related […]
