Missouri Health

Women must remember to never take a wait-and-see approach to their heart health. The longer a woman waits, the more damage can occur. More »

In this short video, you can learn how reforming Medicaid could help working Missourians access health care while saving you money on your health insurance premiums. More »

Without Medicaid reform, the cost of providing care to the state’s uninsured at Missouri’s hospitals could nearly triple to $3.5 billion annually by 2019. These costs will be largely shifted to businesses and individuals who purchase commercial insurance coverage. More »

Not expanding Medicaid could cost Missouri more than 9,000 jobs, $1.9 billion in reduced capital investment or $1.1 billion in cost shift to the insured, according to a new analysis from MHA. More »

A new report from the Missouri Hospital Association found that in 2011, Missouri hospitals provided $1.1 billion in uncompensated care to Missourians — a record level. The report underscores the central role hospitals play in supporting Missourians’ health and the economic health of communities throughout the state. More »

In 2014, more than 24,000 jobs could be created if Missouri participates in the federal Medicaid expansion plan included in the Affordable Care Act, according to new research from the University of Missouri. More »

A survey of Missouri hospital pharmacy directors found that persistent shortages in the nation’s pharmaceutical pipeline are affecting hospitals’ ability to deliver care in a safe, timely way and are leading to increased costs. More »

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 »

If you have congestive heart failure, following a few simple tips can help keep you healthy and active. More »

Visitors can view information on how hospitals are performing on nationally recognized quality of care metrics and patient satisfaction. More »

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 »

Eating a low-fat diet and making smart food choices can help decrease one of the major risk factors for heart attack -- high blood cholesterol. Follow these tips to lower your fat and cholesterol intake. More »

The age, number and type of primary care providers in rural Missouri will present future challenges to rural residents’ access to health services and have negative consequences for rural health improvement efforts. More »

A new special report finds Missouri hospitals are making significant investments in health information technology. These investments promise new opportunities for quality improvement in Missouri’s health care delivery system and an economic boost through expansion of jobs in the state’s health care and information technology sectors. 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 »

Working behind a desk offers a fairly low risk job, but there are a few “under the radar” risks that pose a threat to your long-term health. If gone unchecked, your everyday desk-job habits have the potential to affect long-term eye, back, wrist and overall body health. 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 »

Quickly recognizing the symptoms of a possible heart attack and acting quickly to reach medical care is the key to improving survival. More »

February is National Heart Month. More women die from heart disease than breast cancer, and heart disease can affect women of any age. More »