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            Don’t delay care during the coronavirus pandemic

            October 29, 2020
            Why you shouldn’t put your health needs on hold during a pandemic

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            Know where to seek care

            September 30, 2020
            By Kansas City – How to know when you should go to your doctor, urgent care or the emergency room.

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            September 29, 2020
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            COVID-19 testing basics

            September 2, 2020
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            Five tips for getting the most out of your primary...

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            Back to school safety during the COVID-19 pandemic

            August 6, 2020
            As your child returns to school during the coronavirus pandemic, here are some pediatrician-approved tips to help keep your youngster healthy...

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            Drownings and CPR in a COVID-19 environment

            July 20, 2020
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            Consider this before delaying your cancer screening

            July 9, 2020

            Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, sticking to your cancer screening schedule is still essential – especially if you are high risk for certain...

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            Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

            May 28, 2020

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            Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

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            They may not show it or articulate it in the same way as adults, but children are also experiencing stress and anxiety during the coronavirus...

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            Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

            May 19, 2020

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            Managing chronic conditions during COVID-19

            May 5, 2020
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            COVID phobia? Why you should not delay ER care

            May 5, 2020
            Because of the misperception that hospitals and emergency rooms are hotbeds for infection, many people with emergency conditions are delaying...

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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

            April 17, 2020
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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Pregnancy and postpartum...

            April 17, 2020
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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Postpartum depression...

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            What causes migraines?

            May 20, 2019
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            Steps to Healthy Aging

            April 25, 2019
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            Let’s Take a Hike

            March 29, 2019
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            5 Important Newlywed Healthcare Talks

            November 1, 2018
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            A Young Adult’s Guide to Caregiving

            October 8, 2018
            More and more young adults are caring for older loved ones. But how do you successfully balance caregiving with your own career and family? Learn...

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            4 Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds for Health

            October 4, 2018
            Did you know pumpkin seeds can help improve your health? This fall, learn about the ways they can benefit you.

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            Insect Bites & Stings: When to Go to the ER

            May 3, 2018
            Bug bites and stings are a nuisance, but they can also be medical emergencies. Learn what to look for at Turn4TheBetter.com – from HCA Midwest...

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            What to know about the romaine lettuce E. coli...

            May 2, 2018
            More than 120 illnesses have been linked to romaine lettuce tainted with E. coli from the Yuma growing region of Arizona. Find out the latest...

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            Robotic Surgery

            April 4, 2018
            There are many misconceptions about robotic-assisted surgery. Separate facts from fiction and learn about how this game-changing technology may...

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            Do You Know the Signs of Sleep Deprivation?

            February 5, 2018
            Muddled thinking, poor reflexes (don't get behind the wheel!), memory problems-and that's just the start.

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            These 7 Health Conditions Cost Americans $1.4 ...

            January 4, 2018
            Medications, doctor's visits and surgeries can be expensive, but just how costly are these health condition? Find out what these common conditions...

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            Routine Blood Work

            December 6, 2017
            Why not have routine blood work done ahead of an appointment so results could be discussed at the appointment rather than reported by a nurse...

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            How Much Is a CT Scan? How Much Is an MRI?

            December 4, 2017
            At HCA Midwest Health, we do our best to give you an idea of what you can expect by publishing inpatient and outpatient cost ranges for each ...

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            What is Kidney Disease?

            November 20, 2017
            Kidney disease often has no symptoms, which makes monitoring your condition to prevent kidney failure even more important. Get the facts.

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            What's a Primary Care Provider?

            November 14, 2017
            If you’re healthy overall, or if you already visit specialists for different medical conditions, you might not have a primary care provider (PCP)...

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            Don’t Let Dr Google Lead You Astray

            November 2, 2017
            I always research how I'm feeling before going to the doctor or ER. But most of the time what they tell me is different then what my research...

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            Is It a Cold? Or Is It the Flu? And What Do You...

            September 22, 2017
            You can reduce your chances of getting a cold or the flu with the information in this guide that tells you the difference between them and how...

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            Sunken Chest Surgery for Adults

            September 8, 2017
            A new world of treatment is opening up to adults with Sunken Chest thanks to the Nuss Procedure - now available right here in the Kansas City...

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            Total Solar Eclipse: How to See it Safely

            August 16, 2017
            Dr. Darryl Nelson, Chief Medical Officer at HCA Midwest Health, addresses key questions on eye protection for the Great American Eclipse.

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            Pokémon Go Safety

            July 25, 2017
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            Sunburn & Sunstroke

            June 19, 2017
            Sunburns are painful and increase cancer risk, but can they also be life threatening? Find out at Turn4TheBetter.com – from HCA Midwest Health...

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