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Coffee consumption is a daily ritual for many. It's a comforting start to the day and, for some, a midday and evening pick-me-up. But how much is too much? Understanding coffee consumption is crucial because it can influence your health significantly.

Clearing away snow and ice may be hazardous to your health, says Gus Theodos, MD, BJC Medical Group cardiologist at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Shoveling snow causes thousands of injuries and about 100 deaths each year in the United States. Most of those deaths are due to heart attacks.

Black maternal morbidity and mortality rates in the United States have reached alarming levels, revealing a profound and systemic disparity in health care outcomes. Nationally, Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The holiday season is a time for celebration, warmth and togetherness, but it can also be a period where indulgence leads to stress and potential holiday health risks. Whether you're planning to host a large gathering or an intimate dinner, follow these healthy holiday party tips to ensure your get-together brings comfort and joy to everyone.

On May 16, 2025, an EF3 tornado tore through the St. Louis region, leaving a profound and lasting impact on neighborhoods, families, and businesses.

Summer is around the corner, and it’s time to get outside and enjoy all the warmer weather has to offer. However, sometimes playing outside can come at a cost in the form of common summer ailments, including sunburn, swimmer’s ear, poison ivy, dehydration, heatstroke, and more.

As professionals in a health care setting, it is our responsibility to address the unique and diverse needs of the patients and families in our care. Often, those needs include emotional support after tragic or violent life events.

View the Community Health Needs Assessments for each hospital

BJC Community Health Services provides a variety of preventative and early detection services for employers and community members.

Missouri Baptist Healthcare Foundation proudly supports those making a positive difference in our community. Our community support grants program provides seed funding and expands the reach of existing projects that improve health care for our region.