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Mercy Health Saint Rita's wants to promote prostate cancer awareness, as well as early detection. Common symptoms include frequent urination, weak or interrupted urine flow, blood in urine, or discomfort or pain while sitting. Doctors say the earlier you test the better, especially if you have a family history.

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Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia with no known cure, but research continues to find treatments to slow the progression of the disease. Lima Rotarians heard about a local clinical study being done to help detect signs of Alzheimer's long before any symptoms are visible. Care Access of Lima is looking for individuals to take part in this study that includes a blood test to detect protein levels that could be a sign of Alzheimer's.

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Lima Memorial Health System and Bryan Gray Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery say that melanoma is the most common tell-tale sign of skin cancer. Melanoma is when an unusual growth or change occurs in an existing mole. Family history is also a big factor when it comes to the risk of skin cancer.