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Staying Social: How to Form Friendships as an Older Adult
Staying socially connected is essential for emotional well-being and even physical health. Check out these practical ways older adults can stay connected.
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KCTV: Men's Health Month: Prostate Cancer Awareness
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer among men globally and the second leading cause of death for American men.
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The Impact of Summer on Mental Health in Older Adults
Summer is a season of warmth, light, and activity, but for older adults, it can also bring unique mental health challenges.
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Anderson County Hospital Continues the C.A. Davis Nursing Scholarship
Individuals enrolled in an accredited nursing program and nurses who want to further their education are eligible to apply for the scholarship, which was established in 1981.
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Emergency Colonoscopy Saves KC Writer’s Life
In 2023, an emergency colonoscopy led to Michael's diagnosis of stage 3 cancer. Because of his experience, Michael Kathrens, 70, advocates for proactive health screenings and being an advocate for your own health.
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Family Care Center Doctor and Nurse Found Connection to Their Mission During a Trip Honoring Veterans
The Anderson County Hospital Family Care Center clinicians were responsible for providing medical support for the veterans throughout the Honor Trip to Washington, D.C.
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Health News You Can Use: Cancer Research Month
This week, Marc Roth, MD, medical director of gastrointestinal oncology at Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute and interim chief of medical oncology, is breaking down these latest advancements and what they mean for patients.
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Pushing Forward: How a Young Lawyer Rebounded from Stage 3 Colon Cancer
Weeks shy of the bar exam, the trajectory of Jackson’s life was rocked off course when he was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. The 26-year-old’s diagnosis was an obstacle that he refused to let topple him.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Turn Awareness Into Action
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to come together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote understanding about mental health.
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KSHB: ‘Have Hope’: Study Shows Immunotherapy Continues To Change Future of Cancer Treatment
While chemotherapy, radiation, and surgeries are common for most cancer treatments, immunotherapy is continuing to allow some patients to forgo these often harsh and invasive methods altogether.