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While teenagers may feel independent, this is a question that needs to be discussed as a family. Signing your driver’s license can open the door to conversation. More »

 
 
 
 

Did you know when you pick up a bottle of sunscreen that says it’s “waterproof” that it really isn’t? Will an SPF level under 15 help prevent skin cancer? The FDA is taking steps to ensure consumers have the information they need to know when buying sunscreen. More »

 
 
 
 

Overweight and obese individuals are at an increased risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes, which all can lead to heart disease. More »

 
 
 
 

Thanksgiving means one thing: the cooking starts early and the eating ends late. If you are diabetic, this could be quite a challenge for your blood glucose control. So what’s a person to do? More »

 
 
 
 

Managing diabetes can be a lot of work and sometimes it can seem like even your best efforts aren't paying off. At times likes this it's easy to get discouraged, but there are ways to move from discouraged to encouraged. More »

 
 
 
Diabetes Symptoms: Listen to Your Body

Author: Karen McLaughlin, R.N., BSN, community education senior coordinator, diabetes educator, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital
Topics: Children's Health, Diabetes, Diet & Nutrition, Healthy Living, Men's Health, Women's Health

 

November is American Diabetes Month. Do you know the symptoms or warning signs for diabetes? Do not ignore what your body may be telling you. More »

 
 
 
Kids Shouldn't Skip Back-To-School Eye Exam

Author: SSM Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center, St. Louis
Topics: Children's Health, Eye Health

 

Before your child heads back to the classroom, remember to have your child's vision checked. More »

 
 
 
Diabetes and Alcohol: Caution When Mixing

Author: Truman Medical Centers Inc., Kansas City
Topics: Diabetes, Healthy Living

 

If you're diabetic, you know what foods you can and can't have. But what about alcohol? Is it OK to have a have a glass of wine? Do you know the effects of alcohol on your body if you have diabetes? More »

 
 
 
Take A Dim View Of The Sun For Your Health And Your Child’s

Author: Fredric Prater, D.O., Family Practice Physician, SSM DePaul Health Center, St. Louis
Topics: Children's Health, Seasonal Health, Skin Conditions & Care

 

Protecting your kids from the sun's rays today will help prevent skin-related conditions later in life. More »

 
 
 
 

Keep these tips in mind when selecting outfits for summer outings. More »

 
 
 
Missouri's Epidemic of Obesity

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Diabetes, Healthy Living, High Blood Pressure

 

Missouri holds the dubious distinction of 11th fattest in the nation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A 2004 study by the CDC found that the cost of treating obesity in Missouri was $1.6 billion. More »

 
 
 
 

The following Web sites offer information, resources and documents concerning end-of-life care. More »