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Cervical Health, HPV and Screenings: The Guidelines
Read more: Cervical Health, HPV and Screenings: The GuidelinesOver the past 40 years, there has been a significant decrease in the amount of women who have been diagnosed with or passed away from cervical cancer. This decrease is largely due in part to the regular Pap tests women are undergoing that can find precancerous cells and other cervical issues. To learn more about…
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Understanding Heart Attack Symptoms
Read more: Understanding Heart Attack SymptomsHeart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. The most common form of heart disease is coronary heart disease (CHD) which can lead to a heart attack. It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and seek immediate medical care if you’re experiencing one. Signs and…
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Steps to Take to Prevent Birth Defects
Read more: Steps to Take to Prevent Birth DefectsMore than 120,000 babies are born each year with some type of birth defect. Birth defects most often form in the early part of pregnancy – the first trimester and early second trimester – when the major body systems and organs are forming. To learn more about different types of birth defects and steps expectant…
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How To Achieve and Maintain a Healthy Weight
Read more: How To Achieve and Maintain a Healthy WeightMaintaining a healthy weight can be one of the more challenging aspects of health, especially for individuals with chronic obesity. In Kansas alone, more than 32 percent of adults are obese. Even with such high percentage of the population living with this disease, there are many steps that individuals can take to get on a path…
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LOA Signed to Acquire Tallgrass Surgical Center
Read more: LOA Signed to Acquire Tallgrass Surgical CenterTOPEKA, Kansas (January 15, 2019) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus (St. Francis Campus) and Tallgrass Surgical Center announced today that they have signed a letter of agreement for the hospital to acquire the surgery center. “With healthcare’s growing consumer focus, patients tell us they want convenience, better access to care, and…
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Lung Disease in America
Read more: Lung Disease in AmericaMore than 25 million people in the U.S. have a lung disease, with lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) being two of the most common. Nicole Garst, APRN at the pulmonology clinic at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, is giving us in depth information about the two, the risk factors for…
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Managing Diabetes During the Holidays
Read more: Managing Diabetes During the HolidaysIndulgence is the name of the game during the holiday season. When living with diabetes, this can be harmful to your health. If you are a diabetic, being mindful of your eating habits and physical activity is especially important during this season. Monica Blanton, physician’s assistant at the Diabetes and Endocrinology Center at The University of Kansas…
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Women and Sexual Health: Honesty is The Best Policy
Read more: Women and Sexual Health: Honesty is The Best PolicyIn recognition of Sexual Health Month, Dr. Jamie Rempe, OB/GYN with St. Francis Women’s Center, is sharing important information in regards to women and their sexual health. Sexual health is much more than sexually transmitted illnesses and practicing safe sex. Sexual health is an important part of the physical and emotional aspects of any intimate relationship.…
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Surgeon at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Shares Personal and Professional Experience with Bariatric Surgery
Read more: Surgeon at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Shares Personal and Professional Experience with Bariatric SurgeryKansas native Dr. Jennifer McAllaster, general and bariatric surgeon, has a unique perspective on the bariatric program at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus. Not only is she a long-time surgeon, she is a patient herself. We sat down with her to get a better understanding of how she became a bariatric surgeon…
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