21
Feb
15
Feb
Two battles, one victory: Beacon heart and lung patient’s story of survival and resilience
Rick Phillips felt pretty good the day he went to Memorial Hospital’s emergency department. It was fortunate that he had been checking his blood pressure at home, or he would never have known that his top number had risen to over 210 – and he was having a heart attack. Rick’s...
15
Feb
Eye on Health: How TAVR procedure at Beacon is saving lives in our community
Susan Behling and Jerry Weaver are grateful for a procedure being performed here in our community, a procedure that doctors call game-changer when it comes to the heart. For this brother and sister, TAVR changed their lives. “I don’t think either one of us would be here right now if we...
14
Feb
Family trees and health histories: What’s important to share with your doctor?
Much like cherished family recipes or heirlooms, knowing your family's health history is a precious gift. Sharing your family's health history with your primary care doctor can be a crucial step in safeguarding your well-being. By understanding your family's medical background, your doctor can work with you on early detection and...
09
Feb
Just the two of us: Ways to celebrate Heart Month together
Couples share so much. Love and romance, of course, top the list! But they also share a home, interests, memories … and hypertension? That’s right. According to study findings published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, roughly half of married or partnered heterosexual couples who are middle-aged or older...
07
Feb
Family shares unwavering clinical commitment and a legacy of caring for patients at Memorial Hospital
In the White family, health care is practically the family business. Both parents and three of four of their adult children are (or were) doctors or nurses. Even better, three members of the family work here at Beacon at Memorial Hospital. Patriarch Robert White, MD, heads up the Neonatal Intensive Care...
06
Feb
Our Take: Beacon physician discusses symptoms of and treatment options for enlarged prostate
Prostate enlargement has been a widely discussed health topic since the recent announcement that King Charles III received the diagnosis and was treated for the condition. We reached out to Dr. Gregory Buck, a family physician at Beacon Medical Group Bremen, to explain signs and symptoms. While King Charles had...
31
Jan
From struggle to celebration: Beacon helps a mother triumph over spasticity to dance at son’s wedding
Just about any mother would dream of dancing with her son on his wedding day. But for years, Jill Kovatch had difficulty with her balance and energy while walking, let alone dancing. So while she was incredibly excited about her eldest son’s upcoming wedding, she expected that her health issues would...
26
Jan
When dry air gets the best of you: Staying hydrated for health in the winter months
In the summertime when we’re playing sports or mowing the lawn, we know to drink plenty of water. But did you know that it’s not uncommon to get dehydrated during colder times of year as well? “In the summer months, we often know we are getting dehydrated because we have the...
24
Jan