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Q: Is there a difference between generic prescription medications and brand name prescription medications? A: Generic medications have the same active ingredients as their brand name counterpart… Q: When should women start to get mammograms? A: The American Cancer Society and Lovelace continue to recommend annual mammograms starting at age 40… Q: Should I do monthly self-breast exams? A: All women should do monthly self-breast exams starting at age 20 to monitor any changes in the breasts… Q: How much exercise should I do on a weekly basis? A: Aim for 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic activity at least three times a week. Find an activity you like to do… Q: Does it make a difference how fast I run during my workout? A: Running slower does not save you energy versus running faster, but incorporating faster sprints into your running routine does help build stamina… Q: Is there anything I can do to help prevent heart disease? A: There are some risk factors that you can control to help prevent heart disease. These include regular exercise, proper nutrition… |
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Lovelace Health System has three acute care hospitals and a rehabilitation hospital in the Albuquerque metro area – Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women’s Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital and Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital. If you need help finding a physician, call Lovelace HealthLink at 898.3030. If you would like to attend one of our many community health seminars or health fairs, visit www.lovelace.com or call 898.3030 for information on upcoming events. |