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Do you know what to say to a friend or loved one when they tell you they have been diagnosed with cancer? Most people do not. “A lot of times, people try to make light of the situation by making a joke because they are uncomfortable, but it can be very inappropriate,” says Regina Johnson, a care…

“Incontinence doesn’t kill you, it just takes your life away.” Patient Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common and less talked about problem many breast cancer survivors face. Pelvic floor dysfunction includes incontinence, pelvic pain, constipation, and sexual dysfunction. Up to 58 percent1 of survivors report difficulty with bladder control or urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence is…

Since beginning her career in health care and joining Lovelace Health System in 2010, Melanie Trujeque knew she worked for an organization dedicated to doing what is best for patients. Melanie witnessed that commitment to the mission among leaders, providers, nurses and staff as she grew in her career from a customer service coordinator to…

Lovelace Women’s Hospital has been an active partner in the community of Albuquerque supporting health and wellness through a number of community outreach activities and two annual events growing in popularity – Girls’ Night Out and Day of Dance. The message behind the outreach is to encourage the community to take an active role in…

According to I’m Safe, motor vehicle crashes take the lives of more than 12 children every week in the US. In 1985, New Mexico held the highest fatality rate in the United States. After many safety initiatives and policies, New Mexico now ranks 13th in traffic fatalities. There are many questions about car seats: Which…

When the unexpected happens and a new parent is living with depression, the situation can be frustrating. Pregnancy, mood and anxiety disorders can affect the whole family. There is no magic wand to cure depression and recovery may feel slow, but with a plan and dedication to health care, support and communication, it does get…

Many people think that cannabinoids, like marijuana, are harmless during pregnancy, but research suggests otherwise. ·       “Cannabinoid” is a term to describe a group of 66 ingredients found in the flowering cannabis plant. ·       Each of these 66 chemicals affects brain receptors differently. ·       A main ingredient in marijuana is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). ·       Concentrations of…

At Lovelace Westside Hospital we value the relationships we establish with our patients and their families. Our recent Patient Family Centered Care (PFCC) designation supports a style of care where the needs and choices of patients and their families define the care they receive. “Having the PFCC designation shows our dedication to continual improvement in…

Dads can have trouble adjusting to parenthood just like mom. Feeling anxious and stressed can come with being a new dad. Sadness, or blues, may occur as a result of a specific situation or event. “Daddy Blues” can improve with restful sleep, lunch with a friend, going to the gym or playing a sport. Feeling…

When Sylvia Anaya was diagnosed with breast cancer in January of this year, she was in complete shock. “I was dumbfounded to tell the truth,” Sylvia shares. “I was sent for a follow-up appointment after my mammogram, which I do every year, and then sent for a biopsy and then was told it was cancer.…