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A stroke is a brain attack that cuts off vital blood and oxygen to the brain. Emergency treatment can help stop brain damage and disability – if you know the warning signs and act FAST. More »

 
 
 
Train Your Brain - The Benefits Of Exercise As We Age

Author: Lisa Veile-West R.N., BSN Team Health Coordinator, Hannibal Regional Hospital
Topics: Brain & Nervous System, Exercise & Fitness, Healthy Living, Mental Health

 

Physical exercise is good for our general physical health, but did you know that it is also good for our brain? Exercise increases blood circulation and the resulting oxygen and glucose that reach your brain, which improves cerebral blood vessel growth. More »

 
 
 
 

Head injury is the leading cause of death in bicycle crashes, as well as the leading cause of permanent disability. The single most effective way to reduce head injuries from bicycle crashes is by simply wearing a helmet. More »

 
 
 
 

Being proactive in preventing stroke can be as simple as making a few changes to your lifestyle. Follow these guidelines to reduce your risk for stroke. More »

 
 
 
Determining Headache Triggers Can Lead To Appropriate Treatment

Author: Glenn Brothers, D.O., Family Practice Physician, SSM DePaul Health Center, St. Louis
Topics: Headaches & Migraines

 

One of the most common, if not the most apparent, source of head pain may be your diet. More »

 
 
 
Surgery Last, But Not Least, Treatment Option for Back Pain

Author: Daniel J. Scodary, M.D., SSM Neurosciences Institute, St. Louis
Topics: Bone & Joint Health, Brain & Nervous System, Exercise & Fitness

 

A new understanding of the primary cause of chronic back pain has ushered in safe, corrective surgical procedures that relieve a pain that so often interferes with work, normal daily activities and relaxation. More »