Health

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Radon—an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas found in homes and buildings at high levels throughout the United States—is the second leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for about 21,000 deaths each year, and the leading cause of lung cancer among people who don’t smoke. The American Lung Association is partnering with

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) The holidays are coming up, and many people will be celebrating with family and friends. The start of colder months also means flu, COVID-19 and RSV can surge. That can be dangerous for older adults. “Holidays are a time to gather with family and friends,” said Charlene Wong, MD, MSHP,

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) As people prepare to gather with family and friends this holiday season, it’s important to think about health and safety. “With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to think about how you can help protect yourself from serious illness from flu, COVID-19 and RSV –

By Jenna Wilson For many people, especially individuals experiencing or recovering from substance use challenges, the holidays can be tough. December and January are among the most dangerous times of the year for drug and alcohol-related deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While it’s a season of joy and cheer for

By Kyle Schmidt Christmas is known for being magical and full of cheer but it’s also a holiday that causes many Americans to stress. According to the American Psychological Association, 89% of Americans are feeling stressed this year and 40% of those are worried about finding the right gift. Drew Fisher, a licensed therapist and

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Diego Serna’s life changed forever in January 2020 when what seemed like a normal Saturday morning playing video games turned into a medical emergency for the then 13-year-old. After a frightening discovery of swollen, painful hands led to a devastating leukemia diagnosis, Diego and his family faced not just one

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Many people don’t know it but diabetes is a leading cause of vision loss. Fortunately, early detection could save your vision. Unfortunately, most people with diabetes do not get a yearly comprehensive eye exam as recommended by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.      Diabetic eye diseases often have no obvious signs

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – This article was sponsored and developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting movement and posture that begins in early childhood development. It is the most common cause of motor disability in children, affecting about one in 345 children in the United States.1-2 It may

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) More than 11 million people in the United States are living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including more than 3 million people with emphysema, a type of COPD. This chronic lung disease limits air flow and causes breathing-related symptoms. While there is no cure, an innovative treatment option is helping

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – If you had told me at 16 years old, a recent high school drop-out, that I would one day have a successful career with a C-suite title, I wouldn’t have believed you. I spent years struggling to figure out my path — completing my GED, serving in the Army and

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Winter can be a joyous season — full of sledding, skating, skiing and all the other fun and exciting activities that come along with it. But it can also be a season of accidents, and they can happen to anyone, including you, your partner, and especially active kids. Last year’s

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Looking to improve your health in 2025 and beyond? Check out these recommendations from the American Medical Association: Make nutritional tweaks: Reduce your intake of sugar-sweetened beverages and processed foods, especially those with added sodium and sugar. Drinking sugary beverages, even 100% fruit juices, is associated with a higher mortality risk,

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Respiratory viruses are common in the fall and winter months. Flu, COVID-19 and RSV can surge during the cooler weather and keep people from gathering with family and friends. They cause many people to get very sick or even to be hospitalized. “We know that getting vaccinated is the best defense

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Good sleep isn’t just about waking up feeling rested and ready for the day. Quality sleep, and plenty of it, is important for your overall health. While you sleep, your body naturally recharges itself, which puts you at lower risk for cardiovascular problems and chronic conditions like diabetes, as well

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) The holidays often bring colder weather and more indoor gatherings. Respiratory viruses like flu, COVID-19 and RSV are common this time of year. Illness from these viruses can be dangerous for pregnant people and newborns. Staying up to date on vaccines for flu, COVID-19 and RSV during pregnancy can offer

By Chris Fortune A local blood bank teamed up with the Downtown branch of the St. Joseph Public Library to encourage donations amid an ongoing shortage. The Community Blood Center offered a Chiefs shirt and a chance to win tickets to a game to adults who donated blood on Thursday at the Downtown Library at

By Nicole Scott The St. Joseph Health Department will be closed on Friday, Dec. 6, for an all-day staff meeting. Services will resume at the health department, 904 S. 10th St., at 8 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 9. For more information, contact the health department at 816-271-4636

By Leah Rainwater Being in the middle of cold and flu season, keeping a bottle of cough syrup in the medicine cabinet is a must. However, officials with the St. Joseph Health Department are warning of precautions to take when administering cold and flu medications. “A lot of people are getting respiratory, they’re getting flu

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – For more than a century, Johnson & Johnson has been synonymous with innovation in science and medicine by moving the needle in building a world where complex diseases are prevented and cured, treatments are smarter, and solutions are personalized and accessible. Inventions like robotic surgery, tissue engineering, and treatments for

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—If you or someone you care for is among the nearly 40 million Americans the Centers for Disease Control estimates have diabetes, chances are good you won’t even know it.     That’s because nearly 90% of those who have prediabetes, and thus have an increased risk of developing the disease, aren’t

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—If you or someone you care for is ever among the nearly 40 million Americans the Centers for Disease Control estimates have diabetes, chances are good you won’t even know it.     That’s because nearly 90% of those who have prediabetes, and thus have an increased risk of developing the disease,

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) While diabetes gets a lot of attention, people with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) are frequently overlooked when drug companies develop new medications. “People with T1D and chronic kidney disease, or CKD, face significantly higher risks of morbidity and mortality if they are unable to control their blood sugar levels,” said

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Even if you have the perfect gifts picked out for your nearest and dearest, there’s still time to add some stocking stuffers that are sure to please all the favorite ladies in your life. The holidays are the perfect time for gifting special skin care solutions they will love. Formulated

By NewsPress Now (State Point) Americans face unprecedented wait times to see their doctors. This squeeze is particularly acute in primary care, but is also being felt in specialties like neurology, psychiatry and OB/GYN. According to the American Medical Association (AMA), here are the top reasons why it’s harder than ever to be seen by

By Nicole Scott Northwest Health Services is sharing free online resources from Narcan and information about free in-person training, seeking to better educate people on how to respond to an opioid overdose situation. Narcan is a spray medication that is administered through the nose to help those suffering from an opioid overdose. The life-saving medication’s

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—If you or someone you care for is among the 1 in 3 U.S. adults estimated to have prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, or is among the nearly 40 million Americans the Centers for

By Kyle Schmidt Americans will have plenty of food in front of them during the closing weeks of the year but moderation is key in a season often known for excess. Registered dietitian Jessica Smith advises pacing yourself when tempted with all the food on offer during the holidays. “Taking time to appreciate your food,

By Kyle Schmidt Thanksgiving is all about the food for many, making it important to take precautions to avoid serving up anything that could make holiday guests ill. Luke Pitts, an environment public health specialist with the St. Joseph Health Department, offers some tips to make sure the turkey and stuffing are what friends and

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Clinical trials are necessary for finding new ways of preventing, detecting or treating diseases, but often, limited participation creates challenges for meeting clinical trial goals. Despite decades of effort and strategies to identify and address barriers to recruiting and enrolling study participants, recruitment challenges persist, particularly among women, older adults

By Jazmine Knight It all started 53 years ago, when the University of Missouri — Kansas City Medical School was established by some visionaries who believed medical education could be taught in a better way. “A better way consisted of a couple of things,” said Dr. Alexander Norbash, UMKC Medical School dean and professor. “One