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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…
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New vaccine available for the 2024-25 Flu Season
Read more: New vaccine available for the 2024-25 Flu SeasonA new vaccine that fights three strains of influenza is now available from health care providers across the U.S. The most effective way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While the virus can spread among the population during the entire year, the flu…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus at the Forefront of Improving Accuracy of Prostate Biopsies
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus at the Forefront of Improving Accuracy of Prostate BiopsiesTOPEKA, Kan. (June 20, 2024) – June is Men’s Health Month, a crucial time to emphasize the importance of proactive healthcare for men. In alignment with this focus, The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is excited to announce the introduction of groundbreaking technologies in prostate cancer detection and management, setting new standards in…
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Spotting the Warning Signs of Stroke Critical for Successful Treatment
Read more: Spotting the Warning Signs of Stroke Critical for Successful TreatmentDo you know the warning signs for a stroke? Nearly 70 percent of people who have suffered a minor stroke don’t recognize the symptoms at all. Seeking medical treatment within the first three hours is critical to successful treatment.
