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COVID-19 Office Update

COVID-19 Office Update

The team at Southern Surgical & Medical Specialists are closely following the most up-to-date announcements and information on the known cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Because this information is always changing, we will be monitoring all updated from the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control.

Colon cancer in adolescent.

Adolescent Obesity May Increase Colorectal Cancer Risk

Adolescent Obesity May Increase Colorectal Cancer Risk

Childhood obesity rates in the United States are reaching all-time-high levels. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that approximately 17 percent of children in the US are obese. This equates to 12.7 million children and adolescents. A recent study has found that childhood obesity is linked to an increased risk of developing colon cancer in adulthood.

Low testosterone treatment in Lafayette, LA.

6 Signs of Low Testosterone

6 Signs of Low Testosterone

According to the urology care foundation, approximately 40 percent of men over 45 years of age have low testosterone. When people think of testosterone, they often assume it only is used for building muscle and fueling sex drive. While testosterone plays a crucial role in these functions,