Recent Blogs at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
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Health Care
B.E. F.A.S.T.: 6 Stroke Symptoms to Know When Every Second Counts
Estimated read time: 3 minutesDo you know the signs of a stroke, and when to call 911? Learn what the acronym FAST means, and why to get ER care immediately for strokes.
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AdventHealth South Overland Park is First in Johnson County to Use Aquablation Therapy as Treatment for Enlarged Prostate Patients
Estimated read time: 2 minutesOne problem almost every man will have to face as he gets older is an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The prostate gland is part of the reproductive system and is...
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Health Care
Understanding Pink Eye: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Estimated read time: 3 minutesConjunctivitis, or pink eye, is one of the most common eye conditions in children and adults. Pink eye may lead to discomfort, redness and irritation of the eyes. Understanding the symptoms, causes...
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Support and Recovery for Teens With Mononucleosis
Estimated read time: 3 minutesNot only is mononucleosis, or mono, most seen in teenagers and young people, but it can also be an exceptionally distressing virus for them to cope with, physically and emotionally.
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Caffeine – How much is too much?
Estimated read time: 5 minutesCaffeine is a natural stimulant found in a variety of foods and beverages, including coffee, tea, chocolate, and some soft drinks.