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Jan
Archives for Laura Bailey
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Jan
Memorial Hospital awarded Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center Recertification from The Joint Commission
Memorial Hospital of South Bend has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Certification. Memorial Hospital first earned the certification in July 2019. Endovascular thrombectomy, or EVT, is a minimally invasive treatment that improves functional status in patients who have...
04
Jan
Medical research helps Beacon advance health care for NICU babies
What does it mean to care with heart? A gentle touch, a smile, reassurance and kindness are all part of it. But caring with heart also means working to find answers and new information – constantly improving so that the care we provide to the community is the best it...
13
Oct
Essential Questions to Ask When Deciding on Homecare Services
When it comes to caring for a loved one at home, finding the right homecare service is a decision that requires careful consideration. The well-being and comfort of your family member are paramount, and to ensure the best care possible, asking the right questions is essential. The caring team at Three...
17
Sep
Exploring Hospice Care: Addressing Common Questions
Hospice care plays a crucial role in providing comfort, support and dignity to individuals with terminal illnesses and their families during their final stages of life. But unless you have known a loved one, family member or friend who has received hospice care, you might have questions and concerns. “Beginning your...
30
Jun
Medical Minute: How the Canadian wildfire smoke may affect your health
If you’ve been wondering if the lingering haze from the Canadian wildfires might affect your health, you’re not alone. Dr. Jason Marker from the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program answers some common questions patients have been asking about air quality and what precautions you and your family might need...
30
Jun
Beach bag essentials for summer safety
Sandals. Check. Sunglasses. Check. Towel. Got it. If you’re heading to the beach this summer with your family, you may already have a list of the things you need to bring. But Dr. Emily Kisor of Beacon Medical Group Pediatrics Bristol Street offers the recommendations below to help keep your...
28
Jun
“We can deal with this”: Couple leans on each other and Beacon Cancer Care team following Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
After almost 47 years of marriage, finishing each other’s thoughts and sentences is second nature to Bill and Mary Grimmer. Their conversation is peppered equally with tenderness, respect, humor and sometimes a little teasing. They are clearly each other’s strength, support and comfort. Over the past several years, their bond has...
26
May
Nurse navigators: Key players on orthopedic surgery patient’s team
Considering having a hip or knee replacement surgery? You might be feeling overwhelmed and have a lot of questions. Our orthopedic nurse navigators at Elkhart General and Memorial hospitals can answer your questions and help ease your concerns before and after your surgery. The only thing you’ll need to focus...
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May