Turn for the Better blog - HCA Midwest Health

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What dense breasts mean for your cancer risk

March 19, 2021

Having dense breast tissue can increase your risk for breast cancer. Learn how to tell if you have dense breast tissue and the steps you can ...

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Baby registry items

January 25, 2021

Registry tips from a mom with twins

No excuses. Get screened.

January 25, 2021

Every year, women aged 40 and over should have a screening mammogram. Mammograms detect cancer early and have been shown to decrease the chance...

Heart disease in women

January 21, 2021

Our Kansas City cardiologists specialize in preventing, diagnosing and treating heart disease in women using advanced treatments and personalized...

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Adult food allergies

November 24, 2020

Food allergies in adults are on the rise. More than one in 10 U.S adults – approximately 26 million people – has a food allergy. This is more...

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Is it time? Scheduling a first gynecology visit

May 20, 2020

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a girl should have her first gynecology visit between the ages of 13 and...

tags: t4b , womens-care

5 Things you need to know about HPV and cervical...

March 4, 2020

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is among the most common sexually transmitted diseases, and in fact, most sexually active women and men will be infected...

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Take charge of your breast health – you can reduce...

January 13, 2020

Breast cancer strikes more women than any other type of cancer, aside from skin cancer. Although the disease is not totally preventable, there...

tags: breast cancer , t4b

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Breast cancer in men

July 17, 2018

Breast cancer does not discriminate between genders. But early detection is key. Learn how to perform a breast self-exam.

tags: breast cancer , t4b

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Menstruation

March 17, 2018

Up to 1 in 4 women may have issues with menstruation without significant pain or cramping. But these menstrual flow problems often need treatment...

tags: t4b , womens health

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Finding a doctor familiar with BRCA mutations

December 12, 2017

BRCA gene mutations can raise your risk for several cancers. Find out about genetic testing and other breast cancer prevention services provided...

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High risk for breast cancer

November 29, 2017

What increases my risk of breast cancer? The breast cancer prevention program at Sarah Cannon HCA Midwest Health can help you understand your...

tags: breast cancer , t4b , womens health

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Breast cancer risk

November 28, 2017

What can I do to reduce my risk of breast cancer? Try these lifestyle tips.

tags: breast cancer , t4b , womens health

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Menopause signs & symptoms

November 10, 2017 by Dr. Martha Thomas

What are the signs that I might be going through menopause? The average age of menopause is between 52 and 55. However, menopause may occur anywhere...

tags: t4b , womens health

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