SSM Health Matters Blog
Prioritizing women’s health
"If it's affecting your quality of life and you're noticing it as a problem, don't explain it away," says Dr. Jennifer Krupp, the medical director of SSM Health's Women's and Newborn's Program.
Learn the plants to avoid during outdoor exploration
Accidentally coming into contact with poisonous plants can ruin a day’s fun, cause lots of discomfort, or sometimes lead to more serious problems.
5 surprising facts about Alzheimer’s disease
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Dr. Anne Koplin, an SSM Health psychiatrist and Alzheimer’s disease expert, authored this article to help people gain a different perspective.
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Why do we need vitamin D?
SSM Health family physician and wellness coach Dr. Roopa Shah explains how to know if you’re getting enough vitamin D and how to boost it, even during cold, dark winter months.
Activity snacks are good for you
Recent research suggests quick bursts of activity called micro workouts or activity snacks can be beneficial.