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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 »

 
 
 
Train Your Brain - The Benefits Of Exercise As We Age

Author: Lisa Veile-West R.N., BSN Team Health Coordinator, Hannibal Regional Hospital
Topics: Brain & Nervous System, Exercise & Fitness, Healthy Living, Mental Health

 

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 »

 
 
 
 

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

 
 
 
 

Set weight-loss goals that work for you, improve your health and help you accept yourself – inside and out. More »

 
 
 
The Winter Blahs

Author: CoxHealth, Springfield
Topics: Mental Health, Seasonal Health

 

Bouts with "winter blahs" are common for everyone, but some people experience far greater suffering from seasonal depression. People with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) experience low energy levels, the urge to withdraw socially and difficulty getting through their daily routine. More »

 
 
 
 

Numerous children each year are affected by illnesses that could have been prevented through routine vaccinations. More »

 
 
 
Keep Biting Insects At Bay

Author: Andrew Karanas, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs, SSM DePaul Health Center, St. Louis
Topics: Infectious Diseases, Insects & Bites, Viral Infections

 

A picnic in the park can be an enjoyable way to spend a meal. With proper protection, you can avoid insects that will turn you into their lunch. More »

 
 
 
H1N1 Influenza

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Cold & Flu, Infectious Diseases, Viral Infections

 

H1N1 Influenza is so last year, right? As it turns out, it’s not. Just because we’re not hearing about it, doesn’t mean it’s gone. More »

 
 
 
 

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

 
 
 
Trying to Quit is Killing Me

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Addiction & Substance Abuse, Healthy Living, Smoking Cessation

 

Nearly 10,000 Missourians die each year from smoking-attributable diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. By comparison, in 2007, 1,015 Missourians were killed in automobile accidents while 394 Missourians were homicide victims. With all of the evidence — including more than four ... More »