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The importance of lung cancer screening and how COVID-19 affects the lungs from 2020-11-11T17:15

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women. Dr. Joseph Stilwill a board-certified medical oncologist at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at HCA Midwest Health talks about lun...

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How to stay healthy and safe this holiday season from 2020-11-11T17:05

The holiday season is here! But as COVID-19 continues to spread, we can't let COVID fatigue lower our guard. Dr. Darryl Nelson of Centerpoint Medical Center, part of HCA Midwest Health, talks about...

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Breast cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic from 2020-10-15T14:16:02

Unfortunately, breast cancer screenings are down this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Anne Kobbermann discusses who should get a mammogram and when. Schedule your mammogram today at Listen

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A possible twindemic and the importance of a flu shot from 2020-10-15T14:10:34

Flu season and COVID-19 are about to crash. Dr. Rachel Hailey discusses why getting your flu shot is critical and what to do if you feel sick. Listen to learn more or visit Listen

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Telemedicine during COVID-19 from 2020-07-14T23:06:10

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth is even more important. Angie Lucci the HCA Midwest Health division vice president of outreach and telehealth discusses the telemedicine options and how...

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Don't delay emergency care because of COVID-19 from 2020-05-11T17:31:36

Our physicians are seeing a terrible trend: In light of COVID-19, research and patient data is showing that patients are delay life-saving care due to fears of the COVID – 19 virus.

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Coronavirus Updated Safety Protocols from 2020-03-12T15:30:38

The hospitals of HCA Midwest Health are enacting new safety protocols in response to concerns about COVID-19. Dr. Rachel Hailey discusses the protocols and how you can help limit the spread of the ...

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Dr. Rachel Hailey: 2020 flu season update from 2020-01-28T20:19:15

Dr. Rachel Hailey discusses important updates about flu in the Kansas City metro, what you can do to keep your family healthy and why it’s not too late to get a flu shot. Also, a personal healthcar...

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Dr. Stephen Scott: New year, new body from 2020-01-28T19:59:16

Obesity is now the number one health problem in the western world. Dr. Scott discusses why it is so difficult to lose weight and keep it off, the newest advances in weight loss surgery and facts ab...

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Angie Lucchi: Telehealth - Bringing quality care closer to you from 2020-01-28T18:42:05

Telehealth brings quality care to rural areas keeping patients close to home when it matters most. Learn more about this growing healthcare service.

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Sami Mansfield: Cancer Wellness from 2020-01-28T18:31:20

Sami Mansfield discusses the importance of taking care of your mind, body and spirit when diagnosed with cancer and how to incorporate wellness into your life for quality of life.

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Dr. Hilary Nash: How to protect you and your family from the flu. from 2019-09-09T14:24:39

Dr. Hilary Nash with College Park Family Care Center and Overland Park Regional Medical Center discusses how to protect you and your family from getting the flu.

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Care Assure - Tamra Fisher from 2019-08-28T15:40:38

Tamra Fisher, Division Director, Care Assure HCA Midwest Health, talks about a new patented program, Care Assure, which is designed to “prevent the next emergency”, and is led by some of the count...

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Concussions: What you need to know from 2019-08-14T13:09:39

Lori A Boyajian-O'Neill, DO, a sports medicine and family medicine physician, discusses the effects of concussions on young athletes.

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Dr. Ben Mizrahi: Colorectal Cancer from 2019-07-15T14:01:42

Colorectal Surgeon Dr. Ben Mizrahi discusses colon cancer prevention.

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Dr. Stephen Scott: The Obesity Epidemic: Real Life Solutions for a Healthy YOU from 2019-06-26T15:11:10

Dr. Stephen Scott, General Surgeon, Board-Certified Bariatrics at Lee's Summit Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center discusses: The Obesity Epidemic: Real Life Solutions for a Healthy YOU

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Dr. Celeste Brabec: "Women's Health Month: Infertility - There's No Need To Suffer In Silence" from 2019-06-17T14:29:09

Dr. Celeste Brabec, Infertility Specialist, talks about Women's Health Month: Infertility - There's no need to suffer in silence: How the odds can work in your favor."

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Lenna Levitch: Changing the Face and Odds of Cancer from 2019-06-03T18:08:05

Genetic Counselor Lenna Levitch discusses: The Changing Face and Odds of Cancer

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Summer and the ER Season for Kids: Tips All Parents Should Know - Dr. Stefanie Shustek from 2019-05-22T18:05:02

Dr. Stefanie Shustek, ER Physician at Belton Regional Medical Center, discuses tips to keep your kids out of the ER.

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What to do if the Unthinkable Happens:::. Why Our EMS System Works - Jason Martin from 2019-04-24T14:37:06

Jason Martin, EMT, RN, T-CN, explains the importance of knowing CPR, the Stop the Bleed program, and about the critical role of EMS and Med-Act partners in Kansas City.

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Importance of Breast Health and Mammograms 101 - Dr Anne Kobbermann from 2019-04-10T16:32:13

Dr Anne Kobbermann, a surgical breast oncologist, discusses the risks of breast cancer, and the top four things a woman should expect before, during and after a mammogram.

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Stroke Is No Longer An “Old” Person’s Event – Signs and Symptoms - Dr Ameet Deshmukh from 2019-04-04T13:41:15

Dr Ameet Deshmukh, an ER physician, discusses the signs, symptoms, risk factors, and prevention of a stroke.

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