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You’ve only got one life to live, make it a healthy one. Iron Road Healthcare is here to help you take advantage of benefits that let you live your best life.

May 12, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Doctor On Demand

In a world that feels more overwhelming than ever, Doctor on Demand makes it easy for you to access mental health support. See the right therapist for you, right from your phone, on your schedule. Appointments for non-Medicare Iron Road Healthcare members are only $10. Visit Doctor on Demand to schedule an appointment. You can […]

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May 12, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Doctor On Demand

In a world that feels more overwhelming than ever, Doctor on Demand makes it easy for you to access mental health support. See the right therapist for you, right from your phone, on your schedule. Appointments for non-Medicare Iron Road Healthcare members are only $10. Visit Doctor on Demand to schedule an appointment. You can […]

May 9, 2022

Pain and Your Brain

Hinge Health

If you experience ongoing pain and discomfort you probably know your emotions often feel just as intense. Dealing with long-term pain can fuel depression and anxiety, which can make your pain feel even worse. But you can change your relationship with pain. One important step is understanding that your physical and mental health go hand […]

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May 9, 2022

Pain and Your Brain

Hinge Health

If you experience ongoing pain and discomfort you probably know your emotions often feel just as intense. Dealing with long-term pain can fuel depression and anxiety, which can make your pain feel even worse. But you can change your relationship with pain. One important step is understanding that your physical and mental health go hand […]

April 24, 2022

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Jane Garner

Every April the National Council for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) sponsors Alcohol Awareness Month to increase awareness and understanding of the causes and treatment of the nation’s #1 public health problem: alcoholism.

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April 24, 2022

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Jane Garner

Every April the National Council for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) sponsors Alcohol Awareness Month to increase awareness and understanding of the causes and treatment of the nation’s #1 public health problem: alcoholism.

April 18, 2022

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

Jane Garner

Testicular Cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15-35 according to the Mayo Clinic. It is a disease that develops in the testicles, a part of the male reproductive system, causing a lump to be present when touched. According to medical research, a percentage of men who have testicular cancer will experience no […]

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April 18, 2022

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

Jane Garner

Testicular Cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15-35 according to the Mayo Clinic. It is a disease that develops in the testicles, a part of the male reproductive system, causing a lump to be present when touched. According to medical research, a percentage of men who have testicular cancer will experience no […]

March 16, 2022

March is National Colorectal Cancer Month

Jane Garner

Colorectal cancer is a cancer that starts in either the colon or rectum and are often grouped together because they have many features in common. It can be better known as colon cancer for short, or rectal cancer depending on where it starts. Each year, more than 50,000 families across the country lose a loved […]

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March 16, 2022

March is National Colorectal Cancer Month

Jane Garner

Colorectal cancer is a cancer that starts in either the colon or rectum and are often grouped together because they have many features in common. It can be better known as colon cancer for short, or rectal cancer depending on where it starts. Each year, more than 50,000 families across the country lose a loved […]

February 28, 2022

Treating sleep apnea with CPAP therapy is associated with lower risk of heart problems

Jeffrey Wood

Study suggests that treating sleep apnea is important for heart health DARIEN, IL – Findings from a recent study show that patients with untreated, moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea had a higher risk of experiencing a cardiovascular event, but the risk of incident heart problems was decreased in those who used CPAP therapy. Results show that […]

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February 28, 2022

Treating sleep apnea with CPAP therapy is associated with lower risk of heart problems

Jeffrey Wood

Study suggests that treating sleep apnea is important for heart health DARIEN, IL – Findings from a recent study show that patients with untreated, moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea had a higher risk of experiencing a cardiovascular event, but the risk of incident heart problems was decreased in those who used CPAP therapy. Results show that […]

February 17, 2022

National Cancer Awareness Month

Jane Garner

February is National Cancer Awareness month. While there is no certain way to prevent cancer, you can certainly take steps to lower your risk of getting it.  At least 42% of newly diagnosed cancers in the U.S. are potentially preventable, according to current research. We can avoid a lot of cancer cases, but we can’t […]

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February 17, 2022

National Cancer Awareness Month

Jane Garner

February is National Cancer Awareness month. While there is no certain way to prevent cancer, you can certainly take steps to lower your risk of getting it.  At least 42% of newly diagnosed cancers in the U.S. are potentially preventable, according to current research. We can avoid a lot of cancer cases, but we can’t […]

February 10, 2022

February is American Heart Month

Jane Garner

February is the month of love, so hearts are seen everywhere, but did you know since 1963, February has been American Heart Month? A month to raise awareness about heart disease and to promote cardiovascular health. Heart diseases include blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm problems, and congenital heart defects. The most common heart disease in […]

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February 10, 2022

February is American Heart Month

Jane Garner

February is the month of love, so hearts are seen everywhere, but did you know since 1963, February has been American Heart Month? A month to raise awareness about heart disease and to promote cardiovascular health. Heart diseases include blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm problems, and congenital heart defects. The most common heart disease in […]