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Portion Control Pitfalls
From binge-watching TV shows to one-click online shopping, overconsumption is in. Yet, more isn’t always marvelous, especially when it comes to food. Whittle...
Leaky Plumbing
Have you ever laughed so hard you peed your pants just a little? You’re not alone. Millions of women live with urinary incontinence.Urge vs. Stress Incontine...
Tea and Tea Rituals
Tea-drinking rituals have been around for centuries. Today, they open doors to other cultures and offer a glimpse into history. Drinking tea refreshes the sp...
5 Free Indulgences
Are you ready for the hubbub of the holidays? The season’s festivities are always fun, but they can also wear you down. If your holiday spirit needs rechargi...
Lessons Learned From Living With Celiac Disease
When my daughter, Danielle, was first diagnosed with celiac disease at the age of six, I was petrified. Now, almost five years later, I’m learning the ropes and can explain it better to others.
Low Patient Awareness Hinders Male Breast Cancer Diagnosis
More than 30 years after Breast Cancer Awareness Month was established, October has become synonymous with early breast cancer detection and treatment. Breast cancer mortality declined 39% in the U.S. from 1989-2015, according to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The incidence of breast cancer in men is rare compared to the incidence in women, with […]
A Heart for the Homeless
Home for some people is a tarp with a few belongings inside. Clinical Educator Mary Davis, RN, will always remember the man with frostbitten toes and the pregnant woman who lived under a bridge in 12-degree weather. It’s hard to know how many people in Kansas City live in boxes, under bridges […]
Meditation 101
Living in the moment isn’t easy when you’re running through your day at a mile a minute and trying to stay three steps ahead of a jam-packed calendar. But, i...
Carb-o-licious
Let’s face it … carbs are confusing. Most diet plans urge you to go low-carb or ditch them completely. Yet, some carbs are actually good for you. The trick i...
Are You Dense
If someone mentioned casually that you have dense breasts, you might feel insulted, proud or confused. In the medical world, dense breasts are totally normal...
NKCHs Hidden Gems
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or already familiar with the campus, you may be surprised by all the nonmedical niceties North Kansas City Hospital offers patients and visitors. From their favorite grub to the amenities they admire most, eight NKCH and Meritas Health employees share their recommended places and spaces. Gift Shop Nicole Cagle, […]