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How Much Sleep Do I Need?

How much sleep you need changes as you age. Newborn 0–3 months14–17 hours (National Sleep Foundation)No recommendation (American Academy of Sleep Medicine)2Infant 4–12 months12–16 hours per 24 hours (including naps)Toddler 1–2 years11–14 hours per 24 hours (including naps)Preschool 3–5 years10–13…

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Sleep and Chronic Disease

As chronic diseases have assumed an increasingly common role in premature death and illness, interest in the role of sleep health in the development and management of chronic diseases has grown. Notably, insufficient sleep has been linked to the development…

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What is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep Apnea is a breathing disorder that causes the patient to repeatedly stop breathing (apnea) or to have very shallow breathing, for ten seconds or longer; these pauses may occur as many as 20-30 times or more per hour!  When…

Hospitals earn designation through the Blue Distinction® Specialty Care program (Emporia, KS) — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has designated 18 of its contracting hospitals as Blue Distinction® Centers for Maternity Care as part of the national Blue…

(Emporia, KS) — In collaboration with Midwest Transplant Network (MTN), Newman Regional Health performed its first-ever triple organ procurement surgery (kidneys and liver) on Saturday, April 10th. As a result of this organ and cornea donation, four people were helped,…

Newman Regional Health has once again been recognized by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund as a “High 5 for Mom & Baby” hospital for its continued commitment to infant and maternal health.

Our Pharmacy, Business Development and Surgical teams show their creative side as they say THANK YOU and Happy Doctors’ Day!

(Emporia, KS) — On February 18, 2021, Newman Regional Health recognized a combined 940+ years of service with a celebration honoring approximately 64 employees. Each year, Newman Regional Health recognizes staff members that have been with the organization for a…

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Do you have Sleep Apnea: Know the Signs

By TE Cunningham Sleep is one of the most important bodily functions for maintaining good health. It dramatically affects your energy level. Prolonged lack of sleep can lead to issues such as heart disease, diabetes and more. It can render…

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Understanding Asthma

By TE Cunningham According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over five million children under 18 suffer from asthma. Even with its prevalence, it’s a chronic disease that is widely misunderstood, sometimes even by the parents of afflicted…