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Before your blood gets pumped out of your heart to circulate through the body, it must pass through the aortic valve . If the aortic valve becomes narrowed or hardened, the condition known as aortic stenosis occurs, resulting in symptoms such as chest pain, fatigue, fainting, and shortness of breath. Aortic stenosis is a common heart valve disease and typically affects people over the age of 65. As symptoms progress, your cardiologist may suggest getting your aortic valve replaced. The good news is ther...

Imagine you’re training for a marathon, and suddenly you develop a pain in your hip. It may hurt when you run, during daily activities, or when you sleep, and sometimes it also aches or throbs. One reason for this pain may be a hip labral tear . These can happen to anyone, but they are most common in athletes who participate in high-impact sports.  There are a couple of ways to treat a labral tear, but if surgery is needed, a hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive option.  “Hip arthroscopy is...

Summer is a great time to be outside — whether you're heading to the beach, playing sports, or just hanging out with friends. But with all that sunshine comes the need to protect your skin. The sun gives off ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can damage your skin even on cloudy days. Too much exposure can cause sunburns, early wrinkles, and increase the risk of skin cancer. Luckily, protecting your skin is easy when you make it part of your daily routine. Here are some smart and simple ways to stay safe in th...

If you have had a sports or activity-related injury causing pain or discomfort that won’t go away, you’re likely familiar with common imaging diagnostic tools such as X-rays and MRI scans to find out the cause. Now, the MSU Health Care at McLaren Greater Lansing Outpatient Imaging Center enhanced its capabilities by offering radiologists and physicians a more in-depth look with musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasounds, enabling them to deliver the most effective treatment options. “MSK ultrasounds have become ...

Nestled beneath your liver, the gallbladder is a small organ that stores bile, a green-yellow liquid that helps your digestive system. However, when bile ducts become obstructed, often by a gallstone, it can cause intense pain and discomfort. Gallstones arise from hardening of substances in the bile, such as cholesterol . Gallstones can be unnoticeable or asymptomatic. However, if these stones become stuck in a duct, you may experience what is called a gallbladder attack. “Someone who is having a gallbl...

Accidents happen, and so do health emergencies, and emergency room doctors see it all, big and small, every day. Because of this, they know simple mistakes you can avoid that can cause serious health problems or even put your life at risk. Here are five crucial things an ER doctor says you should never do. Don't ignore chest pain Chest pain can be a sign of a serious condition, such as a heart attack or a blood clot in the lungs. Other symptoms include shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and/or pain ...

McLaren Greater Lansing nurse Emily Williams was honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s program to recognize the exceptional care nurses provide every day. The nomination, submitted by a patient, read as follows: “From the moment Emily entered my room, she was invested in helping and caring for me and my baby. She showed genuine concern and asked all the right questions to help ensure my comfort for treatment and addressed my concerns. My baby’...

Maleah Burch, registered nurse in the intensive care unit (ICU), was honored as the newest recipient of McLaren Greater Lansing’s Extraordinary Employee of the Season Award. This award acknowledges any employee in the hospital system for the extraordinary work they do. Burch’s nomination stated, “Maleah is an advocate for patients, is a clinical expert in ICU, and is working to raise the bar in the ICU by leading the unit-based counsel. This past month, Maleah was the primary nurse for a critically ill ...

Oona Velasquez, center core specialist for surgical services at McLaren Greater Lansing , has been recognized as one of the Lansing Latino Health Alliance’s 2024 Outstanding Hispanic/Latino Caregivers. The award was presented to Velasquez, among McLaren leadership and coworkers, along with her family and friends, at the Lansing Latino Health Alliance ceremony on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. This award is given annually to a caregiver who has made a significant impact in the life of a patient, exceeded expect...

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is common and widespread virus, and about 85% of people will get an HPV infection in their lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , it spreads mainly through direct contact, particularly during sexual activities such as vaginal, anal, or oral sex. There are over 200 types of HPV, but some of them can cause serious health problems, like cancer. Most of the time, the body fights off the infection on its own, but if certain types of HPV persist for too...