Our Latest GEM Employees Laura Dallman, Cheyanne Ness and Amy Strong We had an elderly patient in the hospital that was declining. Her husband was at her side and expressed to the nursing staff that they had been together for 73 years and he could not imagine being without her. Nursing staff took the time …
I Go the Extra Mile Winner Dr. Aaron Brown, General Surgeon Talk about going above and beyond. In December Dr. Brown was here when a patient fell in registration. Several staff members responded including Dr. Brown, who not only assisted with the immediate needs but he took time to evaluate the patient to make certain …
How Does Heart Disease Affect Women? Despite increases in awareness over the past decades, only about half (56%) of women recognize that heart disease is their number 1 killer. Learn more facts about women and heart disease: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, killing 299,578 women in 2017—or about 1 in …
National Cardiac Rehabilitation Week How does cardiac rehabilitation help? Cardiac rehabilitation can have many health benefits in both the short and long term, including: Strengthening your heart and body after a heart attack. Relieving symptoms of heart problems, such as chest pain. Building healthier habits such as getting more physical activity, quitting smoking, and eating …
Heart Disease and Ulcers Heart disease is a broad term which encompasses many conditions affecting the heart, including diseases of the heart muscle, blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm defects, and infections of the heart (1). One of the complications of heart disease is poor blood flow throughout the body. This can result in the development …
Many of us have adopted unhealthy habits during the past two years, taking a toll on our physical and mental well-being. Join us this American Heart Month and Reclaim Your Rhythm by making moves today that lead to healthier tomorrows by: Manage or Reduce Your Stress and “Claim” Your Me Time – finds way to relax …
