Archived Issues

A MAGNETic Ministry

Creating an environment that attracts, values and retains top-notch nurses has been a goal for years at Saint Joseph Health Center. This summer, the health center joined approximately 110 health care organizations in the country that have met the toughest standards in nursing care. read more

Cure for Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial Fibrillation is a widespread condition afflicting more than two million Americans. It may be associated with intolerably rapid heart rates, heart failure and stroke. While some people are not bothered much with the condition, others are debilitated. read more

Should I Be Involved In Medical Research?

Most new drugs being studied today are being developed in an effort to find better or safer medications. Study volunteers usually receive expensive medicines, exams, x-rays, and electrocardiograms at no cost. They also usually receive a stipend for travel and inconvenience. read more

Old St. Mary's Hospital Cornerstones Opened

Oh, If these walls could talk. The old St. Mary's Hospital on hospital hill in Kansas City has seen a lot of amazing things and a lot of heartache. "So many people did so much good over the years," says Tom Hoenig, president of Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank. read more

Making Mammography More Convenient

According to the American Cancer Society, every three minutes a woman in the US is diagnosed with breast cancer. It's clear that early detection and treatment is the key to surviving the disease. Doctors say the single most important tool in detecting breast cancer is still mammography. read more

Carondelet Health Teams up with Humana to Offer Seniors Coverage

Saint Joseph Health Center and St. Mary's Hospital of Blue Springs will soon be providing services to Humana Medicare Advantage PPO members. Humana is seeking approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for its Medicare Advantage PPO plan to offer to seniors in the greater Kansas City area. read more

National Rehabilitation Week

St. Mary's Regional Rehabilitation Center celebrated National Rehabilitation Week, September 19-25. St. Mary's Rehab has been in existence since October 1989 and is the only rehabilitation center within eight counties between eastern Jackson County and Columbia. read more

Lifestyle Strategies for Health and Weight Management

For many, obesity remains a complicated, frustrating and distressing condition. It is associated with a variety of medical complications, many of which are life threatening. In addition to the toll that obesity can take psychologically and medically, obesity can take a tremendous financial toll as well. read more

Ladies, Be WOWed Again

It's becoming something of a fall tradition-a girls' day out at Saint Joseph Health Center. WOW: World of Women Health Expo is set for its third year on Saturday, October 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Community Center for Health and Education. read more

SJHC's Employees of the Year

This year, two are too good. For the first time ever, Saint Joseph Health Center has named two people Employee of the Year. Judy Schwakopf and Debbie Maranto are sharing the honor this year. read more

SMHBS Employee of the Year

Rain or shine, cold weather or hot, employees and visitors to the cafeteria at St. Mary's Hospital are assured of getting a pleasant, welcoming smile with their morning coffee-thanks to Pat Garrett. read more

Health Notes...

We all hear that we need to be eating more fruits and vegetables, but a recent study shows not only are we not doing it-we don't know how much we should aim for. read more

From the Foundations...

Saint Joseph's Golf Classic- Playing for the Heart of It, Foundation Honors Donors of Carondelet and Heritage Societies, Commissioning Services Held for Board Members, Leave a Legacy of Care, St. Mary's Hospital Golf Tournament a Success
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