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FROM THE EXPERT | Understanding Restless Legs Syndrome
One of the most frequent health problems that I diagnose at Bothwell Sleep Center is Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). RLS affects over 10% of adults and 2-4% of children, yet few people come in complaining about their legs. When I ask patients sitting down next to me why they are moving their legs back and…
Read MoreDeciding on Cancer Care Together
Dr. Lara Briseño Kenny expands role at Bothwell Cancer Center Beginning this month, Dr. Lara Briseño Kenney is taking on a larger role at Bothwell Susan O’Brien Fischer Cancer Center. She is board-certified in Hematology, Oncology, Internal Medicine and Palliative Care. Bothwell interim Vice President of Clinic Operations Michele Laas, RN, MSN, said Dr. Kenney…
Read MoreFROM THE EXPERT | Knowing Your Diabetes Risk
Diabetes is a serious disease that affects the way your body processes blood sugar (glucose). While there are several types of diabetes, the most common is type 2. With type 2 diabetes, the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin, or it resists insulin. Insulin is important because it helps blood sugar enter your body’s cells…
Read MoreInfused with Care
Every 28 days, Robbin McDonough makes the trek to the Bothwell Infusion & Procedure Center on the second floor of the hospital. There she receives medication through infusion therapy that helps ease her rheumatoid arthritis or RA symptoms. McDonough, 64, was diagnosed with RA in 2008. The disorder affects the body’s tissues and joints and…
Read MoreBothwell Initiates Lockdown after Bomb Threat
At approximately 9:47 p.m. on Sunday, July 30, Bothwell Regional Health Center issued a report of a bomb threat in response to an anonymous call that was made to the hospital’s switchboard. At approximately 2:10 a.m. on Monday, July 31, the all clear was given. Lisa Irwin, served as the administrator on-call during the entirety…
Read MoreBothwell Walk In Off Broadway clinic to open
Editor’s note: Bothwell Off Broadway is now open 8 am-6 pm Monday through Friday. Bothwell Regional Health Center will open its second walk-in clinic on Sedalia’s east side on Aug. 1 Bothwell Walk In Off Broadway is located in Bothwell’s medical building at 700 S. Hancock. Initial hours for the new clinic will be 8…
Read MoreBothwell welcomes new board member
The Bothwell Regional Health Center Board of Trustees has welcomed Connie McLaughlin as a new member after the Sedalia City Council approved her appointment at its meeting on June 5. “Connie’s appointment to the Bothwell board is a testament to her exceptional dedication and expertise,” said Mayor Andrew Dawson. “With her deep roots in our…
Read MoreBothwell awarded for efforts to improve rural stroke care
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Rural Recognition Bronze award recognizes efforts to address the unique health needs of rural communities People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts, have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased…
Read MoreBothwell to offer Safe Sitter class Aug. 5
Bothwell Regional Health Center will offer a childcare education course for pre-teens on Saturday, Aug. 5. Bothwell’s Safe Sitter class is for students in grades 6 through 8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. Students will learn indoor, outdoor, online and personal safety skills; child development and childcare routines,…
Read MoreBothwell Regional Health Center to offer community Stop the Bleed class
Bothwell Regional Health Center will offer a Stop the Bleed class open to the community on Friday, July 28. The free class is from 8 a.m. to noon and will train participants to be equipped and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. According to the American College of Surgeons, uncontrolled…
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