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Multiple Sclerosis

A Mother’s Influence: Treating MS is Personal for Dr. Jameson Holloman

Jameson Holloman, MD, a BJC Medical Group neurologist at Missouri Baptist Medical Center, had a different challenge.
When he was in fourth grade, his mother, Karen, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
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Healthy Living

All in the Family

Cancer can feel like it comes out of nowhere, but sometimes the warning signs are in your DNA. About 10–20% of cancers run in families, passed down through inherited genetic mutations that increase the risk of developing certain cancers.
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Let’s Talk: Conversations With Your Doctor That Can Protect Your Health

When it comes to protecting your health, one of the most powerful tools is conversation. Open, honest communication with your primary care provider (PCP) can lead to earlier diagnoses, faster treatment, and better long-term outcomes.

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Patient Story

Keeping a Close Eye, From Far Away: How Remote Aneurysm Surveillance Helped a Patient in Rolla, Missouri

When Berdie Kirby, 68, needed ongoing monitoring and specialized care for a life-threatening aortic condition, frequent trips from her home in Rolla, Missouri, to St. Louis, a journey of more than two hours, was sometimes challenging. But thanks to Missouri Baptist Medical Center’s Telemedicine Aortic Surveillance Clinic, Berdie was able to receive expert, ongoing care without long-distance travel.  

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Living and Thriving With MS: Ashley Gennero’s Path to Advocacy

After first hiding diagnosis, MS Center for Innovations in Care patient found voice

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Five Steps to Prevent Diabetes
James W
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Five Steps to Prevent Diabetes

Did you know more than 562,000 people in the St. Louis area are living with prediabetes? Take steps to understand your risk and improve your health today!

Step 1: Know Your Numbers

Attend a free health screening to get your glucose numbers tested. Find a list of upcoming screenings. 

Step 2: Quiz Yourself

There are several factors that increase your risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes. Take an online quiz to learn about your risk. 

Step 3: Make A Plan

Meet with a Missouri Baptist dietitian to learn more about how to build healthy meals tailored to your tastes. We will even meet you at the grocery store to help get you started! Call 314-996-5170 to schedule your meeting.

Step 4: Take Action

Living with diabetes can present many challenges, such as knowing how and when to eat, living your life so you can avoid complications, and getting the support you want from family and friends. Get help with an educational workshop such as the Better Choices, Better Health-Diabetes self-management workshop from our health partner St. Louis Oasis. 

Step 5: Check Back

Be sure to include regular check-ups with your primary care physician and any recommended specialists. Need help finding a primary care physician? Call our at 314-996-LIFE (5433) or Find A Doctor online.

Join Missouri Baptist Medical Center on the first steps to a healthier you.

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