Recent Blogs at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
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Health Care
Health Screenings to Schedule for the New Year
Estimated read time: 2 minutesThere’s still time to add a New Year’s resolution to your list, especially one as important as prioritizing your health. Stay on top of your whole health with an annual physical that includes talking...
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Health Care
What Types of Blood Donation Can Help Save a Life?
Estimated read time: 3 minutesMillions of people require blood transfusions every year due to surgery, serious injury or illnesses like leukemia or kidney disease. Donated blood, stored at hospitals and other health care...
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Health Care
6 Cervical Cancer Myths
Estimated read time: 2 minutesEach year, an estimated 14,000 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and about 4,000 die from the disease. We’re addressing common misconceptions about cervical cancer and encouraging women to...
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Health Care
Family Celebrates Holidays in the NICU with their “Christmas” Baby
Estimated read time: 2 minutesWith a love for Christmas, Marrisa and Jacob Bradley were planning to welcome their beautiful baby girl, Blake Noelle, into the world during the magical and joyous season. Blake’s original due date on...
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Health Care
Your ER Experience: What to Expect at Every Step
Estimated read time: 6 minutesBe prepared for the unexpected by knowing what to expect in the emergency room. Read what each step of your visit will be like and what you'll need to bring.