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A HISTORY OF HEART FAILURE—AND RECOVERY

A HISTORY OF HEART FAILURE—AND RECOVERY

Heart failure is the leading cause of death in the US, but modern medical advancements are working towards drastically reducing those rates for decades to come.

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COVID-19 VACCINE BOOSTERS AND SOLID ORGAN TRANSPLANTS

COVID-19 VACCINE BOOSTERS AND SOLID ORGAN TRANSPLANTS

Solid organ transplant recipients are at high risk for developing severe COVID-19. The immunosuppressive medications that prevent the body from rejecting the new organ can cause the patient to be high-risk for catching all types of infectious diseases.

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BRIDGING COMMUNICATION AND CULTURAL GAPS

BRIDGING COMMUNICATION AND CULTURAL GAPS

St. Louis is home to an estimated 140,000 immigrants. BJC recognizes that it is important to meet this growing population where they are in all aspects, including language. BJC’s Language Services provides free, 24/7 access to interpreters for patients and family members.

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A TWO-STEP INTERVENTION FOR LUNG CANCER

A TWO-STEP INTERVENTION FOR LUNG CANCER

Quitting smoking seems like an impossible task, but the first step is understanding what you’re up against.

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SPINA BIFIDA: MAKING REPAIRS BEFORE BIRTH

SPINA BIFIDA: MAKING REPAIRS BEFORE BIRTH

The Fetal Care Center is one of the only centers in the Midwest that offers prenatal surgery to treat spina bifida. Specialists have now seen positive results with an innovative, less invasive treatment called Fetoscopic surgery. With modern technology, spina bifida can be corrected before the baby is born, allowing spina bifida patients to lead happy, healthy lives.

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