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Menopause is one of life’s unavoidable rites of passage. Adding certain foods to, or removing certain foods from, your diet may relieve common symptoms.
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Our new Wellness Corner in Gladstone, and more
U.S. News & World Report recognized North Kansas City Hospital as the third Best Hospital in the metro and the fourth Best Hospital in Missouri.
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Prediabetes Answer the Wake-Up Call
When the alarm clock rings, it’s decision time. Hit snooze and snuggle in, or get up and start a brand new day. You have a similar decision to make with a prediabete diagnosis.
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Pickleball Don't Judge a Game By It's Name
Two afternoons a week, you can find Jeffrey A. Luerding, MD, a family medicine physician with Meritas Health Gashland, on a local pickleball court, paddle in hand and having a blast.
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Spring Clean Your 'Fridge
After a long, cold, snowy winter, the refrigerator and freezer need a fresh start.
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Fly Free Managing Pain Without Medications, featuring Patricia Elliott
Since she was a young girl, Patricia Elliott has loved butterflies. Perhaps it was fate that drew her to these tiny creatures, which symbolize endurance, change and hope.
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Supporting Health and Wellness in the Northland (Community Benefits Report)
North Kansas City Hospital's commitment to caring goes beyond providing quality healthcare.
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The Dark Side of Vaping
When electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, first hit the market, they were touted as a tool to help people stop smoking and a healthier alternative to cigarettes.
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Healthier Holiday Sweet Treats (Recipes)
Nothing says “Happy Holidays” like a batch of freshly baked treats. They add a little extra cheer to any celebration. If you’re counting calories, try these better-for-you twists on the traditional favorites.
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Go, Go Gadget, featuring Brandon Smith
For Brandon Smith, wearable technology is a must-have for good health.
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