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Back-to-School Health Tips: What Families Should Know from a Primary Care Provider
Read more: Back-to-School Health Tips: What Families Should Know from a Primary Care ProviderWhile August and early September brings the excitement of last-minute vacations and end-of-summer BBQs, it’s also one of the busiest and most important—times of year for primary care providers. “As a parent and a provider, I know how fast this season flies by,” says Gerard Pryor, APRN, a family nurse practitioner. “That’s why it’s so…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized by BCBSKS for Higher-Quality Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip Replacements
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized by BCBSKS for Higher-Quality Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip ReplacementsTOPEKA, Kan. (July 8, 2025) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) with Blue Distinction® Center+ (BDC+) designation for Spine Surgery and Blue Distinction Center (BDC) designation for Knee and Hip Replacement. These programs identify hospitals and ambulatory…
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Sneezing Your Way Through Seasonal Allergies? Let’s Fix That!
Read more: Sneezing Your Way Through Seasonal Allergies? Let’s Fix That!Spring and early summer is beautiful time of year —but for allergy sufferers, it can also be brutal. As trees bloom and flowers pop, pollen levels rise, and the sniffles start. You might find yourself in a daily cycle of sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and just feeling…blah. While nothing replaces the care of a healthcare…
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New Robotic Technology Brings Earlier, More Accurate Lung Cancer Detection to Topeka
Read more: New Robotic Technology Brings Earlier, More Accurate Lung Cancer Detection to TopekaPatients at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus now have access to one of the most advanced tools available for detecting lung cancer. A new robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system, known as Ion, is now in use by our pulmonology team—offering earlier and more precise diagnosis of lung cancer than ever before. Developed by…
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5 Essentials to Look for in a Childbirth Center
Read more: 5 Essentials to Look for in a Childbirth CenterChoosing the best childbirth center to welcome your baby into the world is a big decision, and let’s be honest—it can feel a bit overwhelming. Whether you’re searching for a hospital or a birthing center, it’s important to choose a team and facility that aligns with your birth plan and personal needs. From pain management…
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St. Francis Celebrates First Robotic-Assisted Lobectomy
Read more: St. Francis Celebrates First Robotic-Assisted LobectomyThe University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is proud to announce a significant milestone in its commitment to advanced patient care. In late October, Dr. Stephen L. Dickson Jr., an accomplished cardiothoracic surgeon who joined the health system’s St. Francis Campus in July, successfully performed the hospital’s first robotic-assisted lobectomy. This groundbreaking procedure…
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Farmer empowered to live healthy life after colon cancer surgery
Read more: Farmer empowered to live healthy life after colon cancer surgeryArt Wilburn readily admits that his Type A personality drives him to control almost every situation. But when it comes to dealing with colon cancer, he freely gives up control to his doctors and his God.
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How to Prepare for a Mammogram
Read more: How to Prepare for a MammogramWe get it. No one looks forward to a mammogram. And why would you? Whether it’s a routine screening or because you’ve found something suspicious, it’s ultimately a check to see if you have cancer. That, along with the discomfort of the exam itself, can be more than a little nerve-racking for most women. It’s…
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What to do if … you have the flu
Read more: What to do if … you have the fluMany people believe flu season only lasts a few months, but it can stretch through seven months of the year. Learn tips on what to do if you think you may have the flu. What are symptoms of the flu? – Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher – Chills – Cough – Sore throat …
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024
Read more: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and can serve both a reminder and an opportunity to take care of YOU! Breast health begins with a sense of what is normal for your breasts, also known as breast awareness. To promote breast health, consider doing regular breast self-exams. With practice, you will discover how your breasts…
