NMC Health Recognized for Maternity Care
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NEWTON, Kan., (May 10, 2021) – NMC Health (formerly Newton Medical Center) is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) with a Blue Distinction® Centers+ (BDC+) for Maternity Care designation, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Racial and ethnic disparities are persistent and widespread across maternal […]
Heart-Healthy Recipe: Cuban Pork Tenderloin and Plantain
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Need an idea to spice up meal time? Why not try this exotic dish? If you’ve never tried plantains, now’s the time to start. They’re sort of like a large banana with a hearty flavor. Mojo is a classic Cuban sauce that is drizzled over the top of this top-notch recipe. With only 317 calories […]
How to manage seasonal allergies
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Don’t let spring allergies make you miserable. Take action and find allergy relief with the best ways to manage seasonal allergies.
How carb counting can help manage your diabetes
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Do you know how to carb count? Did you know that carb counting is a great way to manage your diabetes? Find out how from our NMC Health certified diabetes educators.
How Walking Every Day Benefits your Entire Body
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Walking a little bit every day can improve your overall health and reduce your risk of heart attack. Find out what else walking every day can to do help you feel your best.
Types of medicines to treat diabetes
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There are more than 50 types of medicines on the market to treat diabetes and help you manage the disease. Learn which one might work best for you here.
4 ways to lower your risk of type 2 diabetes
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1 in 3 people have prediabetes and don’t even know it. But there are ways you can lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes if you do have it. Find out how here!
Heart-Healthy Recipe: Low Carb Veggie Fried Rice Bowl
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Switch up your evening routine with a low carb veggie fried rice bowl made special in your home kitchen! This delicious meal is jam-packed with heart-healthy foods. You can even customize by adding your favorite vegetables. The catch though, is that the “rice” in this dish is actually riced cauliflower, making it even healthier. The […]
NMC Health Named a Best Hospital for Emergency Care
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We did it! NMC Health has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care by the Women’s Choice Awards. Come see why!
5 things to know about vaping
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Vaping can be even more addictive than smoking cigarettes. Find out the dangers of vaping and what it does to your body with these 5 things you need to know about vaping.