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Strokes During Commute Turned MoBap Provider Into Grateful Patient

Last year, Michelle Mick was driving, minutes away from Missouri Baptist Medical Center, when she encountered an odd and uncomfortable sensation.

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Top 10 Holiday Gifts to Kickstart Healthy Habits

Find the perfect healthy holiday gift now. Explore fitness subscriptions, ergonomic workout clothes, reusable water bottles and more for wellness enthusiasts.

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Walking Versus Running for Health: Which is Better for You?

Walking or running? Both have unique health benefits from boosting mood to improving endurance. Find out which is optimal for your health journey.

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Women’s health: How you can live a healthier life at any age, starting now

It’s no secret that when women are healthy, families and communities thrive. But from menstruation to menopause, women face many distinct — and sometimes complex — health events that require care, understanding and partnership from a health care provider.

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What is a Breast Cancer Risk Assessment?

Watch Summer Chaudhry, MD, medical director of Missouri Baptist Medical Center’s Breast HealthCare Center, talks about breast cancer risk assessments.

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Are Mammograms Effective? Debunking Myths About Diagnosing Breast Cancer

Still, there are some myths surrounding mammography. As part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recognized each October, we reached out to Sadaf Chaudhry, MD, medical director of the Breast HealthCare Center at Missouri Baptist Medical Center, to debunk several of them.

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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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Missouri Baptist Medical Center Mammography Van Provides Breast Health Screenings

One in every eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.

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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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The Ultimate Summer Companion: How to Build a First-Aid Kit

Summer is all about fun in the sun, but accidents can happen when you least expect them. Whether you're hiking through the woods or lounging at the beach, it's essential to be prepared for any mishap that might come your way.