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PFT procedures offered at St. Rose
Those with a history of asthma know the feeling – that sudden inability to catch a breath. But often they are equipped with medications and inhalers. Others may be new to breathing problems and seek immediate advice from their doctors. In these and other scenarios, St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center can help physicians determine if current treatment is effective or diagnosis a new condition. <p ...
Curves of Great Bend waives joining fee for new members during Breast Cancer Awareness Month this Oc
Local women's fitness club accepts proof of recent mammogram or cancer donation in lieu of new member fee
National “Let’s Move Day”
"Let's Move!"a national organization with the initiative to decrease childhood obesity is planning a day this month to raise national awareness and to get America active, at least for one day. "Let's Move Day" is being held across America on Sept. 25. Dr. Bell Razafindrabe, of The Spine Clinic, and the Great Bend Seventh-day Adventist Church, are encouraging the community to get involved in the day with free activities for all ages.
HCC patient, doctor share prostate cancer information
After 39 radiation treatments over nine weeks, there are a number of things that still amaze Eldon Witthuhn: there were no symptoms and no pain, and treatments involved only minutes of his time.
Diabetes class for carb counting scheduled
Those who know they should be monitoring their carbohydrates and eating healthier are encouraged to sign up for the next St. Rose diabetes evening class. It is set for 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 in the St. Dominic Room at St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center.
St. Rose nurse endorses website's cholesterol tips
Since eating a fatty, high-calorie meal would not be a good way to observe National Cholesterol Education Month, Gloria Siefkes has a better suggestion - check out the website ChooseMyPlate.gov. Siefkes is a registered nurse and diabetes educator at St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center.
Bright, sunny days can threaten eyesight
Children should be protected from UV radiation, optometrists warn Children, who typically spend more time outdoors in the sunlight than adults, are particularly susceptible to eye damage from ultraviolet radiation, and steps should be taken to protect young eyes, according to the Eye Care Council. "Damage from the sun can build up cumulatively and may increase the risk of eye disorders later in life," said Dr. Julie Toon, a Wichita optometrist and ...
McClaren offers colposcopies at Women’s Health Center
In the past, when Julie McClaren recommended a colposcopy to her patients, she had to refer them to another health-care provider. Now she can perform the procedure herself.
St. Rose surgeon focuses on breast health
Since Tatiana Kovtoun, M.D. and general surgeon, cares for and treats many women who are facing concerns with breast health, she wants to keep as up-to-date as possible. Her most recent education came at The American Society of Breast Surgeons annual meeting in Washington, D.C. Dr. Kovtoun is one of two surgeons at Central Kansas Surgical Care, which is owned and operated by St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center. ...
“Give Your Heart A Break”
Background: In early January Unified School District 428 administration met with GBNEA President, Emily Mulch, and the three school nurses, Cindy Prescott, Linda Johnson, and Millie Hill. The discussion was centered around developing a program that would motivate staff at USD 428 to develop healthier lifestyles. Through this meeting and several others a plan was designed to have a contest in which teams of four employees could participate in any or all of the following ...
St. Rose physician shares osteoporosis message
If a woman isn't sure whether or not she needs a bone-density test, an answer could be a few keyboard strokes away. Maxine Lingurar, M.D., encourages women to consider taking the simple FRAX test for an overview about the need for the bone exam. May is National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, and Dr. Lingurar is using the opportunity to share information about the condition that results ...
Playdate tips to keep toddlers and preschoolers happy and busy
(ARA) - When the weather keeps children inside, clever moms need to get creative to keep toddlers and preschoolers from going stir crazy. Experts agree that screen time is not the answer: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children younger than 2 years old watch no television and that those older than two watch no more than one to two hours a day of quality programming.
Active supervision of kids is key for window safety
TOPEKA- Placing a crib, changing table or even a chair next to a window might offer your child a nice view outside or access to fresh air, but be careful – window falls can happen to anyone and in some cases, can be deadly. Safe Kids Kansas recommends that adults actively supervise their children when around open windows. Toddlers have been known to fall out of windows open as little as five inches.
Test not only screens, it prevents cancer
There is one difference - a big difference - between a colonoscopy and most other types of cancer screenings. During a colonoscopy, a physician can find and remove the causes of colon cancer, while other tests detect cancer that is already present. "A colonoscopy not only screens for cancer, but provides a way for us to remove the polyps that often lead to the disease," said ...
Campaign encourages screening during Colon Cancer Awareness Month
TOPEKA – More than 10 percent of all newly diagnosed cancer cases in Kansas are colon cancer. StopColonCancerNow.com/Kansas and the Kansas Association of Gastroenterologists has launched a statewide public awareness campaign for colon cancer prevention and screening and is working to improve that statistic by urging anyone 50 and older to get screened during National Cancer Awareness Month in March.
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