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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 »

 
 
 
 

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 »

 
 
 
 

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

 
 
 
What Health Care Reform Means For You

Author: St. John's Regional Medical Center, Joplin
Topics: Health Care Reform, Health Insurance, Health Policy, Insurance & Costs

 

Individual mandates. The public option. Insurance exchanges. The politicians in the recent debate on health care reform seemed to create a whole new language. Learn what’s already changed, and what’s on the way in the next few years. 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 »

 
 
 
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 »