There are 300 pounds missing in the Carr home.
For Kristy, 42, and Josh Carr, 41, that is welcome news indeed. The Jackson couple was able to lose more than 300 pounds together through Weight Loss Solutions, Saint Francis Medical Center’s bariatric surgery program. “Our thought was... Read more
Eating disorders are damaging for teenagers, which is why it is important that you spot these problems early, so your child can receive help. One of the biggest signs of an eating disorder is an obsession with dieting. "Teenage girls and boys who continue to count... Read more
Testosterone is the main sex hormone in men that regulates sex drive; produces sperm; and causes a deeper voice, bigger muscles and growth of body hair.
Forty percent of men older than age 45 have low testosterone levels. This can be due to normal aging, or it... Read more
Though some people do not think of men as having breasts, men can develop breast cancer. There are about 2,100 cases of male breast cancer in the United States each year. The good news is that this type of breast cancer typically has a better prognosis... Read more
Saint Francis Medical Center is always thinking of how better to accommodate its patients, their families and visitors. The "Right Way" program involves numbering our points of entrance, revamping internal signage and reinforcing assistance from our staff to our visitors.
As the Medical Center has rapidly expanded, we... Read more
The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that plays a major role in regulating the body’s metabolism. If it produces the wrong amount of hormones – either too much or too little – various systems in the body will not function properly.
With an overactive... Read more
If you notice flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, joint pain and rash during the spring or summer, you should see your doctor right away: You could have a tick-related illness. “Many people who have one of these illnesses are not even aware they had a... Read more
Check for ticks. Ehrlichiosis can make you sick.
“Ehrlichiosis is a common tick-borne illness here – Missouri is one of the three most common states,” says Charles Edward LaValle III, MD, infectious disease specialist at Saint Francis Medical Center. “It’s similar to Rocky Mountain spotted fever, except... Read more
Tonsil cancer is a type of throat cancer that occurs in one of the three types of tonsils in the throat. The major risk factors for this type of cancer include smoking, chewing tobacco and drinking alcohol. People with human papillomavirus (HPV) also are at greater... Read more
Tonsillitis, a common condition among children, occurs when the tonsils — two masses of tissue at the back of the throat — become inflamed. The main symptoms include:
Throat painLoss of voiceHeadacheDifficulty swallowing or breathing through the mouthSwollen glands
Marc A. Sachs, MD
When tonsillitis is caused by a... Read more
Saint Francis Medical Center’s Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is known for its expertise. About half of the sick infants who receive care there are transported from other hospitals.
“When babies are born with difficulty breathing or brain injuries, staff at hospitals know we have... Read more
In most cases, traveling while pregnant is acceptable – as long as you follow a few simple guidelines.
“Whether a woman is in a plane or a car, staying in one place for too long can be uncomfortable and potentially dangerous,” says Grant D. McWilliams, DO, obstetrician... Read more
Bursitis is when the fluid-filled sacs – called bursa – between your bones, muscles and tendons become inflamed. It most commonly occurs in the shoulders, elbows and hips and can cause a great amount of pain. However, with proper treatment, it usually goes away within a... Read more
Ear infections are common among young children, usually affecting those between 6 months and 2 years old. When a child frequently suffers from ear infections, or when the infections continue to occur as the child ages, it may be time to seek further treatment.
Adam S. Morgan,... Read more
There are many causes of diaper rash, including prolonged exposure to a soiled diaper, chafing, an allergic reaction or a bacterial or yeast infection. Diaper rash can be quite painful for babies, so you should treat it right away.
"The most effective way to treat diaper rash... Read more
Diverticula are pouches that form in the wall of the colon. When these pouches become inflamed or infected, they can cause a painful condition called diverticulitis.
“We do not know exactly why diverticula form,” says Wilson P. Pais, MD, MBA, FACP, FRCP, gastroenterologist, Saint Francis Medical Partner.... Read more
If you regularly experience joint pain due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or another condition, you can use a combination of medication and physical therapy to treat it.
On the medication side, over-the-counter or prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Advil® or Aleve® can provide relief. If... Read more
If you suffer a minor burn wound, you should first hold it under cool running water for about 10 to 15 minutes until the pain lessens and the wound is clean. Then, treat it with a triple antibiotic ointment or prescription antibiotic treatment and cover it... Read more
Kidney stones are mineral deposits that form inside your kidneys. A big risk factor for forming kidney stones is not drinking enough water. With kidney stones, you can experience severe side or back pain as well as nausea and vomiting.
At Saint Francis Medical Center’s Level III... Read more
A pressure sore – often called a bed sore – is an injury to the skin caused by constant pressure. People who are confined to a bed or chair are most likely to experience this type of injury.
When treating a pressure sore, you must take care... Read more
There are 300 pounds missing in the Carr home.
For Kristy, 42, and Josh Carr, 41, that is welcome news indeed. The Jackson couple was able to lose more than 300 pounds together through Weight Loss Solutions, Saint Francis Medical Center’s bariatric surgery program. “Our thought was... Read more
Eating disorders are damaging for teenagers, which is why it is important that you spot these problems early, so your child can receive help. One of the biggest signs of an eating disorder is an obsession with dieting. "Teenage girls and boys who continue to count... Read more
Testosterone is the main sex hormone in men that regulates sex drive; produces sperm; and causes a deeper voice, bigger muscles and growth of body hair.
Forty percent of men older than age 45 have low testosterone levels. This can be due to normal aging, or it... Read more
Though some people do not think of men as having breasts, men can develop breast cancer. There are about 2,100 cases of male breast cancer in the United States each year. The good news is that this type of breast cancer typically has a better prognosis... Read more
Saint Francis Medical Center is always thinking of how better to accommodate its patients, their families and visitors. The "Right Way" program involves numbering our points of entrance, revamping internal signage and reinforcing assistance from our staff to our visitors.
As the Medical Center has rapidly expanded, we... Read more
The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that plays a major role in regulating the body’s metabolism. If it produces the wrong amount of hormones – either too much or too little – various systems in the body will not function properly.
With an overactive... Read more
If you notice flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, joint pain and rash during the spring or summer, you should see your doctor right away: You could have a tick-related illness. “Many people who have one of these illnesses are not even aware they had a... Read more
Check for ticks. Ehrlichiosis can make you sick.
“Ehrlichiosis is a common tick-borne illness here – Missouri is one of the three most common states,” says Charles Edward LaValle III, MD, infectious disease specialist at Saint Francis Medical Center. “It’s similar to Rocky Mountain spotted fever, except... Read more
Tonsil cancer is a type of throat cancer that occurs in one of the three types of tonsils in the throat. The major risk factors for this type of cancer include smoking, chewing tobacco and drinking alcohol. People with human papillomavirus (HPV) also are at greater... Read more
Tonsillitis, a common condition among children, occurs when the tonsils — two masses of tissue at the back of the throat — become inflamed. The main symptoms include:
Throat painLoss of voiceHeadacheDifficulty swallowing or breathing through the mouthSwollen glands
Marc A. Sachs, MD
When tonsillitis is caused by a... Read more
Saint Francis Medical Center’s Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is known for its expertise. About half of the sick infants who receive care there are transported from other hospitals.
“When babies are born with difficulty breathing or brain injuries, staff at hospitals know we have... Read more
In most cases, traveling while pregnant is acceptable – as long as you follow a few simple guidelines.
“Whether a woman is in a plane or a car, staying in one place for too long can be uncomfortable and potentially dangerous,” says Grant D. McWilliams, DO, obstetrician... Read more
Bursitis is when the fluid-filled sacs – called bursa – between your bones, muscles and tendons become inflamed. It most commonly occurs in the shoulders, elbows and hips and can cause a great amount of pain. However, with proper treatment, it usually goes away within a... Read more
Ear infections are common among young children, usually affecting those between 6 months and 2 years old. When a child frequently suffers from ear infections, or when the infections continue to occur as the child ages, it may be time to seek further treatment.
Adam S. Morgan,... Read more
There are many causes of diaper rash, including prolonged exposure to a soiled diaper, chafing, an allergic reaction or a bacterial or yeast infection. Diaper rash can be quite painful for babies, so you should treat it right away.
"The most effective way to treat diaper rash... Read more
Diverticula are pouches that form in the wall of the colon. When these pouches become inflamed or infected, they can cause a painful condition called diverticulitis.
“We do not know exactly why diverticula form,” says Wilson P. Pais, MD, MBA, FACP, FRCP, gastroenterologist, Saint Francis Medical Partner.... Read more
If you regularly experience joint pain due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or another condition, you can use a combination of medication and physical therapy to treat it.
On the medication side, over-the-counter or prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Advil® or Aleve® can provide relief. If... Read more
If you suffer a minor burn wound, you should first hold it under cool running water for about 10 to 15 minutes until the pain lessens and the wound is clean. Then, treat it with a triple antibiotic ointment or prescription antibiotic treatment and cover it... Read more
Kidney stones are mineral deposits that form inside your kidneys. A big risk factor for forming kidney stones is not drinking enough water. With kidney stones, you can experience severe side or back pain as well as nausea and vomiting.
At Saint Francis Medical Center’s Level III... Read more
A pressure sore – often called a bed sore – is an injury to the skin caused by constant pressure. People who are confined to a bed or chair are most likely to experience this type of injury.
When treating a pressure sore, you must take care... Read more
