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Road trip safety tips

December 1, 2022

Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe on the road.

Avoid the burn – Burn safety during the holidays

December 1, 2022

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...

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Safety first this holiday season

December 1, 2022

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

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When to go to the ER if your child has asthma

December 1, 2022 by Dr. A. Gabriel Schifman, Medical Director, Pediatric ER at Overland Park Regional Medical Center

If your child has asthma, it's important to know when going to the ER is the right choice. One of the main goals of parents whose kids have asthma...

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Top Five Illnesses We're Seeing In Our Pediatric...

October 31, 2022

Now that kids are settled back in school or daycare, they are also passing each other seasonal illnesses.

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Movement: A Must Have for Patients with Neurological...

June 20, 2022

Exercise can benefit patients with brain tumors.

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5 reasons to seek a second opinion after a cancer...

May 25, 2022

A second opinion can empower you to take control of your cancer care decisions.

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A runner's guide to cold weather

March 11, 2022

Exercising outside is an all-year routine. Learn how to gear up and stay warm during your brisk winter jog.

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How to stay healthy when going back to the office

March 11, 2022

Germs spread more easily than you might think, but one expert helps you stay well, even if you co-workers are coughing and sneezing.

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How to stay safe on a snow day

March 11, 2022

Winter is a fun time of year. But while you're out having fun, you have to know how to be safe.

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How to avoid germs throughout the day

March 11, 2022

Not all are harmful but some viruses, bacteria and other microbes can make you sick. Here's how you can avoid infection and stay healthy.

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The air that you breathe… is it harming you?

March 11, 2022

Take a deep breath, relax and follow these 10 simple and inexpensive ways to detect and eliminate these potential airborne killers.

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Why head injuries affect girls differently than...

March 11, 2022

Bumps on the head happen, but when young children experience concussions, boys may fare better than girls.

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Cybersecurity: Tips to keep your information secure

February 18, 2022

If you decide to pay your healthcare (or other) bill online, be sure you are doing so securely.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Black History Month: Spotlight on Sophia Solomon...

February 8, 2022

In recognition of #BlackHistoryMonth, Research Medical Center and HCA Healthcare are celebrating the impact of Historically Black Colleges and...

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