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Witnessing a breakthrough: physicians find hope in new Alzheimer’s drug
For neurologists working with patients with Alzheimer’s disease, the road to actual treatment options has been long and paved with setbacks.
But that is changing for some patients. The Food and Drug Administration recently granted full approval to Leqembi® (lecanemab), the first disease-modifying treatment fully approved for patients in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. The development of this new drug offers hope to patients and may have lasting impacts on how physicians approach treatment.
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What do Spinach, Hamburgers and Green Onions have in Common?
BJC ACO wants you to know that unwashed produce, such as spinach, lettuce or green onions, or undercooked beef, especially hamburger, can increase your risk of infection with E. coli bacteria.
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When your weight loss plateaus
As you begin your journey toward a healthier, slimmer you, BJC ACO wants you to be prepared for weight plateaus.
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Noticing the Signs and Symptoms of Stroke Can Help Save a Life
Nearly 800,000 Americans suffer from stroke every year, according to the American Stroke Association, making stroke the fifth-leading cause of death in the United States.
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Fish and plant-based meals provide tasty and healthy alternatives to meat
Looking for ways to rev up your dinner routine and live a little healthier? Often, New Year’s resolutions fail because people take an all-or-nothing approach to getting healthy.
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Fine-Tuning Your New Year's Resolutions
Did you make a resolution for 2023? Are you off to a good start or are you barely keeping up with it? Maybe your goal needs a review.
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Putting Your Heart (Health) into the Holidays
For many people, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year. It’s good for the heart and soul to spend time with friends and family.
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So Long, Summer! Greetings, Fall!
How to make a smooth seasonal transition
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Your guide to healthier summertime grilling
Grilling can be one of the healthiest ways to cook, but have you tried these tips for making your food even more flavorful?
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Tips for healthy eating on a budget
Feeling the pinch from high food costs at the grocery store?
While the cost of food has increased 7.4% over the past year, you can still afford to eat healthful foods, says Missouri Baptist Medical Center dietitian nutritionist Sherri Hoyt, RDN, LD. She offers some wallet-wise ways to stretch your food dollar while still banking good nutrition.