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Lindsey Moore |
Glucose The Brain's Sweet Tooth
A form of sugar, glucose is the body’s main source of energy, especially for the brain, making the brain a sweet tooth for glucose.
Annette Villena |
Pros and Cons of Baby Aspirin
There is much to consider when it comes to starting aspirin therapy. Learn the pros and cons of this treatment to see if baby aspirin could be right for you.
Ciara Rojas-Pate |
Don’t Lose Sleep Over Daylight Saving Time
Gain tips on how to not lose sleep during daylight saving time.
Kim Shopper |
Dana Zimmerman |
Ears To Clean or Not to Clean
Cotton swabs are not the best way to clean your ears. They can cause infection or rupture your eardrum. Learn about safer ways to clean your ears.
Melissa Zalonis |
The Connection Between Diabetes and Heart Health
People who live with diabetes are twice as likely to develop heart disease compared to those who don’t. Learn how to manage your diabetes and reduce your risk for heart disease.
Mauricio Anaya, MD |
Cannabis and Heart Health
Research has found a link between marijuana use and an increased risk of heart disease. Learn how cannabis can affect your heart and overall health.
Kim Shopper |
Staff Collaboration Strengthens Care for Parents-to-Be
Our Maternal Child Health team recognizes that some pregnant patients could need specialized emergency care. To train for these potential life-threatening situations during a baby’s birth, the MCH and critical care teams launched the OB Simulation Program
James Mitchell, MD |
Heart-Healthy Spices Add Zest to Your Diet
Variety is the spice of life, and a variety of spices can bring life to your table and help improve heart health.
Kim Shopper |
Customizing Water for Nutrition, Lifestyle and Flavor Preferences
In a world where personalization is key, even the most fundamental element of life — water — has undergone a revolution.
Suzanne Savage |
Lavender Essentials
Learn how to safely use lavender-infused products to reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep.
Kim Shopper |
Keeping Game Day Safe for Cheerleaders and Fans
Fans attending a Kansas City Chiefs game watch the action on the field while Leslie Lark and other security staff watch the sidelines to help ensure the day goes smoothly for the Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders.