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When it comes to “heart health” scores, what is good for one person may not be good for another. Your heart score must be viewed as part of a larger picture. More »

 
 
 
 

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Cord Blood: To Bank or Not To Bank?

Author: Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics, Kansas City, Mo.
Topics: Children's Health, Pregnancy & Infant Health

 

Cord blood is the blood that remains in your baby's umbilical cord after the cord has been cut. Doctors have discovered that cord blood, like bone marrow, is a rich source of unique stem cells that can be used in medical treatments. 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 »

 
 
 
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 »

 
 
 
Missouri's Epidemic of Obesity

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Diabetes, Healthy Living, High Blood Pressure

 

Missouri holds the dubious distinction of 11th fattest in the nation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A 2004 study by the CDC found that the cost of treating obesity in Missouri was $1.6 billion. 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 »