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Two EMS Experts Weigh in on Why it’s Important to Call 911 Immediately in the Case of Stroke

When it comes to stroke, it’s crucial to know how to recognize its signs and symptoms so you can access care quickly and preserve brain function. One acronym — BE FAST — can make it easier to identify a stroke, which happens when there’s a blockage to the brain’s blood supply (an ischemic stroke) or a sudden rupture and bleeding in the brain (a hemorrhagic stroke).

BE FAST stands for:

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How to Talk to Your Primary Care Doctor About Your Weight

If you’re concerned about your weight and want to make some changes, your primary care doctor can be a valuable partner in creating a weight-loss plan.

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Virtual Care, Convenient Care, or Emergency Care: How to Choose the Right One

Injuries or illnesses can happen quickly, and knowing where to get medical care is important. Waking up with a sore throat, tripping when walking the dog, or having trouble breathing are different situations, and understanding the differences is essential to receiving appropriate care. It’s always stressful to figure out where to go for your care, especially if the injury is too severe for your regular primary care physician, or your illness happens during the weekend or evening.

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What to Do When a Visitor Needs Medical Care Away From Home

If you have a visitor from out of town who gets sick or hurt, you might wonder how to get them medical care away from home. For guests of Missouri and Illinois residents, BJC has several health care options.

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Convenient Care, Urgent Care, Emergency Care or Virtual Care – What’s the Difference?

In a world where there’s not enough time in the day to be sick, we find ourselves wanting flexibility and more options for care when illness or injury strikes.

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Giving and living: Ned and Diana Anderson come full circle

When Ned Anderson talks to people about becoming organ donors, he knows exactly what he’s asking of them. He’s lived it.

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Significant And Sustainable Weight Loss

For people battling obesity, it can be difficult to find a weight loss solution that works.