Alcohol Abuse
Do you know someone who drinks alcohol whenever they are sad or angry, or who often runs late for work because of alcohol? Learn more about alcohol abuse >
Arrhythmia
Having an abnormal heart rhythm, a condition also known as "arrhythmia," can become a serious situation if left untreated. Learn more about arrhythmia >
Asthma -- Allergic and Non-Allergic
St. Louis is the most challenging city to live in if you have asthma. Learn why and what you should do if you have asthma symptoms >
Atrial Fibrillation
If left untreated, atrial fibrillation can cause stroke or heart failure. Tips to improve your heart health and reduce your risk of atrial fibrillation >
Back Pain Might Be Lumbar Facet Arthritis
Your sore back might be a form of arthritis. Learn more about Lumbar Facet Arthritis >
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an upper respiratory infection caused by the same virus that causes the common cold. Learn more about bronchitis >
Cardiac Rehabilitation is Much More Than Exercise
Cardiac rehabilitation is an exercise program supervised by a cardiologist and monitored by a cardiac nurse. Each patient receives an exercise prescription -- a customized program designed to meet their needs -- and their exercise is monitored by heart-monitoring equipment. Learn more about cardiac rehabilitation >
Cholesterol
You want your LDL to be low and your HDL to be high. Learn more about high cholesterol, also known as hypercholesterolemia >
Cholesterol: Understanding the Good and Bad
There are two kinds of cholesterol -- good and bad. What is really important is the ratio of HDL (good cholesterol) to LDL (bad cholesterol). Learn more about cholesterol >
Chronic Pain -- New Treatments Available
If you are considering surgery for chronic pain in the low back or neck, pain relief is possible without surgery. Learn more about treating chronic pain >
Chronic Wounds -- A chronic wound is an open sore that remains unhealed for 4-6 weeks. These non-healing sores should be considered serious. Learn more about chronic wounds >
Colon Cancer Screening Can Save Lives
Colon cancer will claim nearly 60,000 lives in one year. In the last 10 years, however, the number of colon cancer deaths has declined partly due to successful efforts to detect colon cancer in an early stage when it can be more easily treated. Learn more about colon cancer screenings >
Colonoscopies Save Lives
Colonoscopies can prevent colon cancer from occurring by identifying polyps that your doctor can remove before they develop into cancer. Learn more about colonoscopies >
Common Colds
The common cold can be blamed on more than 200 viruses. Learn some tips that can help keep colds away >
Crohn's Disease
Someone with Crohn's disease might believe it is a temporary bout with the flu, not recognizing the condition as being a chronic disease. Learn the symptoms of Crohn's Disease >
Diabetes and Obesity
More people than ever are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes because of obesity. Learn how diabetes and obesity are related >
Diverticular Disease Treatments
Diverticulitis is a painful condition that occurs when parts of the wall of the colon become inflamed or infected. It is diagnosed when a patient has two primary symptoms -- pain in the lower left part of the abdomen (stomach) and a fever. Learn more about diverticular disease treatments >
Eating Healthy and Smart
You can improve your health just by improving the food you eat. Learn the foods to incorporate into your daily diet and which fats to avoid >
Eating Healthy During the Holidays
If you struggle to find the right balance between enjoying yourself and maintaining a healthy diet, follow these suggestions.
Epilepsy
Anyone of any age can be diagnosed with epilepsy, which sometimes doesn't become apparent until adulthood. Learn about seizures and Christian Hospital's Epilepsy Monitoring Unit >
Exercise for Diabetics
Physical therapists at Graham Medical Center provide diabetic patients with one-on-one exercise counseling. Learn more about exercise for diabetics >
Exercise -- Which is Right For You?
Regular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, diabetes and obesity. Learn more ways exercise benefits the body, and which exercise is the right one for you >
Generalized Anxiety Disorder in the Elderly
Feeling anxious is not a natural part of aging. Learn how to help your senior loved one with generalized anxiety disorder >
GERD: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
You might think your chest pain or continuous belching is just acid indigestion, but it might be more serious. Learn the difference between heartburn and GERD >
HPV Vaccine Can Guard Against Cervical Cancer
A vaccine can be given to girls and women to guard against the threat of human papillomavirus infection (HPV), the primary cause of cervical cancer. Learn more about the HPV vaccine >
Heart Attacks Require Immediate Treatment
A heart attack does the most damage in the first few hours after the onset of symptoms. Don't wait. Call 911. The sooner treatment begins, the better the chance for survival and recovery. Learn more about heart attacks >
Heart Attack Warning Signs
When it comes to heart attacks, there are no false alarms. Learn the symptoms >
Heart Disease In Women
Women suffer from heart disease more often than men, making heart disease -- not cancer -- the leading cause of death in U.S. women. Learn more about heart disease in women >
Heart Failure and Its Symptoms
Symptoms of heart failure include difficulty breathing, dry coughing and always feeling tired. Don't mistake the symptoms for normal signs of aging. Learn more about the symptoms of heart failure >
Hemorrhoids
Fifty percent of the population will get hemorrhoids by the time they reach 50. Although the condition can be quite painful, hemorrhoids are easily treated. Learn more about treating hemorrhoids >
Hernias
It's possible to have a hernia and not know it. Learn the causes and symptoms of a hernia >
High Blood Pressure -- Is It Serious?
High blood pressure can lead to heart attack, kidney failure or stroke. The good news is that, in many cases, high blood pressure can be taken care of by healthy changes in diet, exercise and attitude. Learn more about high blood pressure >
Kidney Failure
The kidneys are a filtration system. They clean the blood by filtering out waste and removing it. But when this filtration system breaks down and the kidneys no longer work, the patient is in kidney failure, also known as renal failure. Learn more about kidney failure >
Lumbar Facet Arthritis
Your sore back might be a form of arthritis. Learn more about Lumbar Facet Arthritis >
Lung Cancer Biopsy Advancements
Pulmonologists are able to diagnose many lung problems without surgery. Learn about two innovative outpatient procedures at Christian Hospital >
Lung Cancer Prevention
Despite being highly preventable, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Learn how to help prevent lung cancer >
Men, Do You Have a Doctor?
Unfortunately, men don't go to doctors unless they're sick or have a medical problem. Learn why it is important for men to see their physician regularly >
Metabolic Syndrome
People with metabolic syndrome are at increased risk for developing heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and stroke. Learn if you're at risk >
Mitral Valve: To Repair or Replace
Unexplained tiredness or shortness of breath can be indicators of a mitral valve problem, especially if you have a family history of heart disease. Learn your options >
Obesity and Diabetes
More people than ever are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes because of obesity. Learn how obesity and diabetes are related >
Osteoporosis and the Benefits of Resistance Training
Strong bones are important. Learn how resistance training can help keep them strong >
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Peripheral vascular disease refers to any disorder of the circulatory system. Many people consider its symptoms -- discomfort, cramping, numbness or tingling in the legs or arms -- to be a normal part of aging, and mistakenly blame arthritis. Learn more about peripheral vascular disease >
Plantar Fasciitis
Many people with plantar fasciitis experience pain when they take their first steps in the morning or after a period of being off their feet. Learn more about plantar fasciitis >
Poison Ivy
Poison ivy rash is caused by an allergic reaction your skin has with oil found in the plant. The rash usually includes redness, swelling and, in some cases, blisters; and appears 24-72 hours (1-3 days) after contact with the plant. Learn more about poison ivy >
Polypharmacy
Polypharmacy is defined as taking too many medications. This occurs when patients go to several physicians and take numerous over-the-counter medications. Patients taking more than 10 medications are at higher risk for hospitalizations, longer hospital stays and even death. Learn more about polypharmacy >
Pre-Diabetes
Each of us has heard countless times about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. We can control our diet and exercise to keep ourselves as healthy as possible. An extra 10-15 pounds can affect whether a person who has pre-diabetes eventually will be diagnosed with Type 2 (adult onset) diabetes. Learn more about pre-diabetes >
Prostate Cancer -- Get Educated and Get Screened
Prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer in men after skin cancer. But when prostate cancer is caught and treated early, the cure rate is more than 90 percent. Learn more about prostate cancer screenings >
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia does not cause "split personalities"; rather, when the brain tries to distinguish reality from hallucinations, it might appear that the patient is changing personalities. Learn more about schizophrenia >
Skin Cancer Awareness
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Learn how to recognize the signs of skin cancer >
Sleep Apnea and Hypertension
Many sleep apnea cases go untreated because people don't recognize the symptoms. Learn the signs of sleep apnea >
Sleep Apnea and Obesity
Sleep apnea occurs when breathing stops repeatedly during sleep. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to hypertension, and can contribute to poor job performance and difficulty staying awake while driving. Learn more about sleep apnea >
Smoking
If you smoke, ask your doctor to help you quit. Learn why it's important to stop smoking >
Spine Surgery
Treatment for back pain now includes minimally invasively surgery. Learn more about endoscopy surgery >
Stroke: Learn the Warning Signs
Recognizing that someone is experiencing a stroke and getting help immediately can result in saving their life. Learn more about the warning signs of stroke >
Stroke -- Recognize the Signals F.A.S.T.
F.A.S.T. stands for face, arms, speech and time. Learn why it's important to act F.A.S.T. >
Well-Woman Exams
Seeing your doctor annually is a key to staying healthy. Learn the importance of well-woman exams >
Women and GI Disorders
Problems in the digestive system affect men and women of all ages, but gastrointestinal diseases are more common in women. Learn more about irritable bowel syndrome and colorectal cancer >
