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3 Things To Know About Testicular ExamsIt’s crucial for young men to know how, when and why to perform testicular exams, but many don't. That's why Jeffery Holzbeierlein, MD, urology chair, shares 3 things men should know about testicular exams.
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Toby's Take: Next to NormalThe Next to Normal musical script centers around a suburban mother dealing with her worsening bipolar disorder and the effects it has on her family. It also examines the tough topics of suicide, drug abuse and depression.
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Toby's Take: Text MAMMORight now, if you text MAMMO to our health system number, 913-588-1227, you can schedule a mammography screening. That’s it.
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Harnessing the power of oxygen therapyThe University of Kansas Health System is the only hospital in the Kansas City metro area and the state of Kansas to have a 24/7 emergent hyperbaric center to treat patients with carbon monoxide poisoning safely. "We will take cases that require im...
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Dynamic Stretching ExercisesAre you using the best kind of stretching exercises to meet the needs of your body and your sport? Dynamic stretching is effective for sports that require power, acceleration and movement. Start with a warm-up Warming up your muscles generates more...
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Managing Anxiety During a CrisisFor many people, times of uncertainty can trigger feelings of anxiousness, concern and confusion. Dr. Greg Nawalanic shares his tips for reducing anxiety and improving overall mental health.
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Infertility and Heart Disease: Connections You Didn't Know ExistedCardiologist Ashley Simmons, MD, and infertility specialist Michael Lydic, MD, at The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City explain the relationship between heart disease and infertility.
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Tips to Start Exercising – and to Stick With ItDavid Smith, MD, a primary care sports medicine physician at The University of Kansas Health System Sports Medicine and Performance Center, offers guidance and encouragement to people of all ages who want to start an exercise program. Q: I'm out of...
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Faux Parmesan CheeseIngredients 1 cup raw nuts or seeds (walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, etc) 1/2 cup nutritional yeast (example: Bragg’s nutritional yeast) 1/2 tsp. Herbamare or Trocomare (herbed seasoning salt)DirectionsPlace ingredients in a food processor and pro...
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Recipe: Antioxidant Postworkout SmoothieRefuel after your workout with this smoothie that's rich in antioxidants. Note: Drink half just after your workout and half 30 minutes later.