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Free Prostate Cancer Screening

Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in men, and the disease is relatively simple to detect during its early stages.

In an effort to promote the health of our community, Norman Regional Health System is offering free prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood screenings to men ages 50 and older and men with a family history of the disease.

Men ages 50 and older should make an appointment for a prostate specific antigen (PSA) test as well as a digital rectal examination (DRE). The two tests take only about 10 minutes to complete. African American men and men with a family history of the disease are at higher risk and should initiate regular screenings at an earlier age.

To download your coupon for a free PSA screening click here.

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Make Yourself Thinner This Thanksgiving

Between the turkey and the sweets, the casseroles and the candies, is it possible to emerge from the holidays without having gained weight?

Norman Regional registered dietitian Christie Bruehl says it is possible to enjoy Thanksgiving and the holiday season without losing the battle of the bulge. Armed with a few simple tips, you can have a healthier, happier holiday.

Learn how to be thinner this Thanksgiving here.

New Chest Pain Center Dedicated to Treating Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Oklahoma, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In hopes of combating this chronic disease, Norman Regional has opened the Chest Pain Center at the new HealthPlex specialty hospital.

The HealthPlex’s Chest Pain Center will be primarily available for the care and diagnosis of patients with chest pain. The Chest Pain Center is a ten bed, emergency unit with one triage room.

Read more about this specialized emergency treatment area, which will offer state-of-the-art emergency cardiac care.

Stop Smoking in Five Simple Steps

Are you ready to give up the habit? There’s no better time than right now to quit smoking or using tobacco products. November 19 is the Great American Smokeout, a day when people across the United States are urged to stomp out cigarette addition.

Jerry Deming, RN, a tobacco cessation specialist at Norman Regional Health System, says quitting can be achieved through five, simple steps. Click here to get started on ending your habit.

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