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Heart Attack or Stroke?

December 30, 2020

A heart attack occurs when blood supply to the heart is blocked.

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Common orthopedic issues after 40

December 16, 2020

Staying active and mobile after 40 is a goal of many. But as your age, your body undergoes changes that can threaten mobility and independence...

tags: orthopedics , t4b

Avoid the burn – Burn safety during the holidays

December 4, 2020

From cooking to fireplaces and scented candles, so much of what we do during the holidays involves fire. The holidays are also one of the busiest...

tags: emergency care

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What is robotic surgery?

December 3, 2020

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

tags: health and wellness , health tips , t4b

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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...

tags: digestive health , t4b

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Safety first this holiday season

October 30, 2020

Are stitches, crutches and broken bones what you’re hoping for this holiday season? Check out these holiday safety tips to avoid a trip to the...

tags: emergency care , t4b

Don't delay care during the coronavirus pandemic

October 29, 2020

Why you shouldn’t put your health needs on hold during a pandemic

tags: consult-a-nurse , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Breathe easy – Understanding and managing asthma

October 27, 2020

Nearly 26 million children and adults suffer from asthma, triggered by allergies, colds, exercise or other factors. Asthma attacks, which can...

tags: emergency care , t4b

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3 ways to beat winter joint aches and pains

October 23, 2020

A big population of Facebook fans who have arthritis or joint pain were polled to find out what triggers their hip and knee pain, and 42 percent...

tags: orthopedics , t4b

Staying healthy in the 2020-2021 flu season

October 21, 2020

Flu season and the COVID-19 pandemic are about to collide. And while it is difficult to predict how bad this year’s flu season will be,...

tags: covid-19 , flu , t4b

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The Flu and Your Heart

October 19, 2020

A case of the flu can leave you weak, tired and achy. Did you know it can also impact your heart? Studies show the flu can increase the chances...

tags: flu , heart care , t4b

Scheduled procedures and surgeries during COVID...

October 19, 2020

If you have a surgery scheduled during COVID–19, here is some information on the current safeguards in place, and what to expect before...

tags: data protection , digital payment , health and wellness , health tips , security , t4b

Newborns and coronavirus: Helpful ways to protect...

October 9, 2020

Learn how new moms can avoid coronavirus infection and help protect their newborn during COVID-19.

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Are you fluent in the flu?

October 7, 2020

As flu season quickly approaches, are you fluent in your flu facts? Brush up with this slideshow that includes symptoms, telling a cold from ...

tags: emergency care , flu , health tips , t4b

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Flu vs. stomach flu

October 7, 2020

Does the flu shot protect against the stomach flu? Despite its name, the “stomach flu” actually isn’t the flu at all. Despite that, flu shots...

tags: emergency care , t4b

Delivery and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

October 7, 2020

Get answers to common questions about delivering a baby during COVID-19.

Can you get the flu from the flu vaccine?

October 7, 2020

During the 2017-2018 flu season, the CDC reported just over 45 percent of U.S. adults received the influenza vaccine. That’s less than half –...

tags: health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Know where to go: How to choose between your doctor...

September 30, 2020

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

tags: consult-a-nurse , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Habits that increase your risk of chronic disease...

September 29, 2020

COVID-19 restrictions have lead many people to develop unhealthy habits that can increase their risk of chronic disease and cancer. Learn about...

tags: health and wellness , health tips , t4b

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Colon cancer in younger people

September 22, 2020

Why are more young people getting colon cancer? Why rising rates of colon cancer in young people could be good news.

tags: cancer care , colon cancer , t4b

COVID-19 testing basics

September 2, 2020

If you’re struggling to parse through all of the information about the different COVID-19 tests, you’re not alone.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Five tips for getting the most out of your primary...

September 1, 2020

Make the most out of your primary care visit. Five tips you should know.

tags: consult-a-nurse , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

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...

tags: covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Drownings and CPR in a COVID-19 environment

July 20, 2020

Drowning is a common cause of preventable death – especially in the summer when more people are enjoying time in the water. Learn the common ...

tags: covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

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...

tags: covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Breastfeeding 101

June 24, 2020

There's a lot to learn about the basics of breastfeeding a baby. At HCA Midwest Health, let us help you discover the benefits of breastfeeding...

The ins and outs of sunscreen – What you need ...

June 22, 2020 by Hilary Nash, MD

Hilary Nash, MD, a board-certified family medicine doctor at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, discusses what you need to know about sunscreen...

tags: health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Poison-proof your home

June 19, 2020

Due to COVID-19 and social distancing, we are spending more time at home. Our homes may be our sanctuaries, but they also are where 90 percent...

tags: covid-19

Obesity and the connection with COVID-19

June 17, 2020

Evidence shows that obesity increases the risk for more serious complications from COVID-19. We spoke with a Kansas City bariatric surgeon about...

tags: t4b

Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

May 28, 2020

Should your child go to their doctor's appointment? Here's what you need to know about caring for your child during the coronavirus pandemic...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

May 26, 2020

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, including children. If your child is causing disruptions or behaving poorly at home, ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

May 21, 2020

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...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

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

Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

May 19, 2020

Everyone is talking about coronavirus, and your child may be listening. Here's why you should be the one to talk to your child about COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

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...

tags: covid-19 , health and wellness , health tips , t4b

Managing chronic conditions during COVID-19

May 5, 2020

The population most at risk for hospitalization and complications from COVID-19 are people with underlying health conditions. Unfortunately, ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , health and wellness , health tips , tb4

Pregnancy and coronavirus: Postpartum depression...

April 17, 2020

Understandably, many people are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety, stress and sadness during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For...

tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , health and wellness , health tips , newsletter , t4b

Pregnancy and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

April 17, 2020

If you're an expectant mom, you probably have questions about coronavirus (COVID-19) and pregnancy. While it is true pregnant women tend to have...

tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , health and wellness , health tips , newsletter , t4b

Pregnancy and coronavirus: Pregnancy and postpartum...

April 17, 2020

As more information is being revealed about coronavirus (COVID-19), expectant mothers, understandably, may have growing concerns about their ...

tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , health and wellness , health tips , newsletter , t4b

What to do if you have GERD

April 15, 2020

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition where stomach acid backs up into and irritates the esophagus, impacts nearly one in five ...

tags: digestive health , t4b

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...

tags: t4b

Best tips for a healthy pregnancy

February 17, 2020

Let’s face it, getting healthy is never a bad idea. But when you’re trying to get pregnant – or even if you’re just thinking about it – it’s ...

tags: maternity , t4b

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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