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Feb
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Feb
Understanding antibiotic resistance
Antibiotics truly revolutionized the field of medicine when penicillin, the first antibiotic, was discovered back in 1928. Nearly a century later, we still rely heavily on antibiotics to treat a variety of illnesses, and it’s estimated that they save millions of lives worldwide every year. However, we’re seeing a growing threat...
14
Feb
Medical Minute: Lead with your heart — Safeguarding women’s cardiovascular health
Would you recognize the signs of a heart attack if they happened to you? Because women may experience the signs of a heart attack differently, they may not know what to look for – and that means women run the risk of losing precious time before seeking treatment. For Heart Month...
12
Feb
Eye on Health: Minimally invasive heart valve surgery restores patient’s active life
Life changes when you can breathe again. An avid walker for years, Al Cover noticed his energy slipping away until an ultrasound revealed a serious heart condition. Al was diagnosed with aortic valve stenosis - a condition where calcium buildup on heart valves can become deadly within two years if left...
07
Feb
Visitor restrictions now in place at all Beacon Health System hospitals
Starting today, visitor restrictions are now in place at our Beacon hospitals due to the high transmission levels of respiratory illness in our community. What this means: Hospital visitors must be age 18 or older. No more than two visitors per patient at a time. With high levels of respiratory illnesses...
04
Feb
Patient and Beacon neurosurgery team partner for life-changing surgery
Jerry Roberts had high standards when he was looking for a neurosurgeon—as anyone should. He wanted someone who would make decisions together. Someone who would listen to what mattered to him. Someone who could guide him through the pain of spine surgery recovery without feeling like he was risking his 25-year...
03
Feb
Why sleep matters: Expert advice for parents
Are your kids getting enough sleep? Adequate rest is essential for everyone, as it affects learning, physical health and mental health. In addition, getting enough sleep supports the immune system and the body’s ability to heal. It’s known that children need more sleep than adults. We spoke with Linda Evans, MD,...
29
Jan
Beacon’s online tools make managing your family’s health care easier
Parenting young children means embracing the beautiful chaos — and sometimes it takes a Herculean effort just to get them out the door. “It feels like Navy SEAL training to get them all ready and out of the house sometimes,” says Melissa Cook, mom to a six- and eight-year-old. Everyone must be...
24
Jan
Defying the odds: Patient triumphs over recurring brain tumors, supported by Beacon’s care
“I’m in my ninth year of battling brain tumors,” Christopher Riley shares. With the support of his medical team, family and the strength of his faith, he continues to overcome his medical challenges, practice law, serve his community and enjoy time with loved ones. Nearly a decade ago, Christopher lost sight...
23
Jan
After farm accident, Beacon patient turns recovery journey into mission helping amputees
When we shared Laurie Hayn’s story in 2022, she had just been adjusting to life after losing her left leg and most of her left arm in a farming accident. Through expert trauma care at Beacon, determination and a resilient spirit, Laurie was back to farming within just one year. Since...Related Information