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Coping With Fall Allergies

Author: Anita Marie Kane, APN, Ozarks Community Hospital, Springfield
Topics: Children and Newborns, Men's Health, Seasonal Health, Women's Health

 

The crisp autumn evenings offer a welcome relief from the summer heat, but for those suffering from allergies, fall is one of the worst times to be outside. Learn how to keep the sniffles, itching and irritation at bay. More »

 
 
 
 

Teach your children to listen to their bodies. Pain is the body’s way of telling us that something is wrong and we need to fix it. Don’t let your young athlete play through a painful injury that could lead to permanent damage. 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 »

 
 
 
Kids Need To Keep Reading Over The Summer

Author: Bob Wilmott, M.D. , Chief of Pediatrics, SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, St. Louis
Topics: Children and Newborns, Healthy Living, Parenting & Family , Seasonal Health

 

Summer vacation offers a great break from school, but reading should never go on "vacation." See how to encourage your child to develop a love of reading that lasts year-round. More »

 
 
 
 

Missouri hospitals want to ensure that consumers statewide have access to affordable prescription drugs. More »