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Popular Health Topics

Below is a list of popular health topics. From this page, you can access additional resources for more information. If you need more assistance with your health concern, please call or visit one of our Health Education Centers

Diabetes (Type 2/Adult Onset)

Diabetes is a rapidly growing health problem. Learn how to lead a healthy life and avoid complications.

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Heart Disease and Cholesterol

Narrowing of the arteries leading to the heart. Many forms of heart disease can be prevented or treated with healthy lifestyle choices.

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Interactive Tool:
How Many Calories Did You Burn?

Heart Disease Resources

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

High blood pressure increases your chances of having a stroke, heart attack, and kidney disease. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms that you can feel.

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Hypertension Resources

Depression

Depression is a common treatable condition that affects more than 36 million Americans. Most people who seek help do find ways to feel better.

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Cancer Care

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the second most common form of cancer in women. Find out about common types of cancer and learn more about strategies and for coping with this disease.

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  • Symptoms of Breast Cancer
  • Exams and Tests
  • Screening and Early Detection

Breast Cancer Resources

Colorectal Cancer (Colon Cancer)

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States and one of the most preventable cancers.

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  • Colon Polyps
  • Colon cancer: Which Screening Test Should I Have?

Colorectal Cancer Resources

Lung Cancer

Cancer that forms in tissues of the lung, and is the most common cause of cancer deaths in men. Tobacco use significantly increases the risk of lung cancer.

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  • Lung Cancer
  • Causes of Lung Cancer
  • Symptoms of Lung Cancer
  • Exams and Tests

Lung Cancer Resources

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer usually has no symptoms in its early stages and most men don’t know they have it until they are examined.

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  • Prostate Cancer
  • Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
  • Exams and Tests
  • Living Well Classes-Sacramento Area – Browse the many classes and programs to inspire you in the Sacramento Area Kaiser Permanente facilities.

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the skin. Most skin cancers are the nonmelanoma type. There are two main types of nonmelanoma skin cancer: Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma

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  • Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
  • Protecting your skin

Skin Cancer Resources