With Gretchen Bolander
With its weekly Freeman Medical Focus, Freeman Health System hopes to offer brief medical education and helpful hints on a wide range of health topics. Recent segments included information pertaining to such concerns as; the importance of a healthy breakfast, heart risk of obesity, what to do when your kid sticks something in his/her nose, falls prevention for seniors, the importance of prenatal care, and many more. With a mission of improving the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions, we hope our Freeman Medical Focus segments give you new healthcare insights and inspire you to better health. If you have a medical question or idea for a future Freeman Medical Focus segment, please contact clstark@freemanhealth.com.
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Chest Compressions & CPR
Joplin, MO- It takes just a few seconds - but it's enough to help save a life. CPR can be crucial when a patient stops...
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Fighting Fair
Joplin, MO- Starting a new relationship can often be easier than keeping it going. And the way you fight can plan a big role in...
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Preventing the Flu
Joplin, MO- You've heard of H1N1 - but this flu season, you'll also want to watch out for H3N2. It's part of the latest wave...
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Mixing Medications
Joplin, MO- You may have heard about the dangers of mixing medications with acetaminophen... causing problems when you exceed the maximum recommended dosage. But there...
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Prepping for a 5K
Local runners are already hitting the road to get ready for the Mother Road Marathon in October. Some first time athletes may be in the...
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National Suicide Prevention Week
Joplin, MO- It's National Suicide Prevention Week... a chance to learn the warning signs and what you can do to help save a life.
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Peripheral Artery Disease
Joplin, MO- Peripheral Artery Disease is both a risk factor for serious health problems - and can cause issues all on its own. Â
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Using Backpacks Safely
Joplin, MO- It's mobile storage for all your books, paper, pens and maybe even a laptop. But too much weight in a backpack can land...
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Limiting Salt
Joplin, MO- Patients worried about heart disease typically look to fat content... and cholesterol. But the experts say salt can also cause a lot of...
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Staying Healthy During "Two A Day" Practices
Joplin, MO- The first day of class is almost here - a sign for practice to ramp up at local high schools. But two a...
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