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Getting A Good Night's Rest

Author: BJC HealthCare, St. Louis
Topics: Healthy Living, Sleep Disorders

 

We spend one-third of our lives sleeping, yet many of us take sleep for granted. Only when it becomes disturbed do we pay some attention to it. 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 »

 
 
 
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 »

 
 
 
Is It More Than A Snore?

Author: Dr. Ann Romaker, Saint Luke's Health System of Kansas City
Topics: High Blood Pressure, Respiratory Health, Sleep Disorders

 

If you or a family member snores, it could be more than just an annoyance. It could be a symptom of a much bigger problem. More »