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Live Well With PCOS
Live Well With PCOS

Explore ways to manage polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS. Maintaining a healthy weight control and managing stress can help you live will with PCOS.

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That Loving Feeling: Facts About Intimacy After a Cardiac Event
That Loving Feeling Facts About Intimacy After a Cardiac Event

A cardiac event doesn’t mean your love life has to change. Learn how safe sexual activity can be good for your heart and your connection with your partner.

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High Stress Can Be Heartbreaking
High Stress Can Be Heartbreaking

Many feel heartbroken from the loss of a loved one or the end of a romance, but a heart can actually "break." Learn about broken heart syndrome, causes of it, and treatments.

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KCPD Recognizes NKCH and MH Nurse for DUI Prevention Efforts
KCPD Recognizes NKCH and MH Nurse for DUI Prevention Efforts

NKCH and MH's Erin Pavlicek, BSN, RN, earned a special KCPD honor for educating patients on the dangers of driving under the influence of prescription medications.

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3 Heart-Healthy Ways to Share the Love
3 Heart-Healthy Ways to Share the Love

February is a great time to develop some heart-healthy habits you can share with the people you love most.

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NKCH to Implement Standardized Dysphagia Diet
NKCH to Implement Standardized Dysphagia Diet

It’s been a year of planning as the hospital's chef, speech-language pathologists and clinical dietitians worked with other departments to implement new dietary standards for patients with difficulty swallowing.

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Former Cheerleader Takes the Field
Former Cheerleader Takes the Field

Julie Dehner, BSN, RN, last performed as a Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader almost 30 years ago. Now, a wife and mother of two, she recently returned to Arrowhead Stadium.

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Five Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
Five Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer, often referred to as colon cancer, is cancer of the colon or rectum, located in the digestive tract.

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Forget the New Year's Resolutions
Forget the New Years Resolutions

A new year, a new you? We are all motivated to make “resolutions” January 1 to eat healthier, exercise more and lose weight, but unfortunately for most of us, these resolutions only last a few weeks. This year try something new and focus more on each day being an opportunity to make a change and make […]

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Back to Basics
Back to Basics

Michallia Summerville, BSN, ENPC, and her husband, Landon, realized her dream of purchasing land and caring for horses, goats, chickens and rabbits.

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Picking the Perfect Christmas Tree - And Making It Last
Picking the Perfect Christmas Tree - And Making It Last

As you look for the perfect fresh-cut fir, use these handy tips to help your tree last until after Santa drops down the chimney.

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Why Are More People Getting Concussions
Why are More People Getting Concussions

NKCH & MH shares expert insights into what’s causing more concussions among young athletes.