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April 6, 2022
Keep your chin up
Did you know as many as 97% of people have neck and back pain at some point in their lives, and 80% will seek treatment for it? The good news is that there are many ways to safely manage pain. Finding relief is an ongoing process that varies for everyone. So, if you are suffering from neck or back... Read MoreMarch 18, 2022
Making Sense of Women’s Health Tests and Screenings
Are you wondering which health screenings and exams are right for you? Congratulations! You are taking a big-picture, proactive approach to your health! Screenings are medical tests that look for signs of health problems before symptoms appear. Some conditions, such as high blood pressure or high... Read MoreMarch 7, 2022
Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States, but it doesn’t have to be. If everyone aged 45 years or older had regular screening tests, at least 60% of deaths from this cancer could be avoided. The colon, often called the rectum or bowel, comprises the greatest... Read MoreFebruary 15, 2022
Give your Heart a Rest
With all our hectic and stressful lives, sleep is often an area of our health that gets neglected and treated as a luxury. While not having an occasional good night’s sleep can make you feel cranky and less productive, regularly shortchanging yourself of adequate sleep can also have serious... Read MoreFebruary 11, 2022
Sweet Truth: How can I prevent diabetes?
Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose (blood sugar) is too high. If left untreated, having too much glucose in your blood can cause health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, nerve damage, eye problems, and kidney disease. It is estimated that over 30 million people in the... Read MoreJanuary 20, 2022
Repetitive Stress Injuries
What is causing that aching and burning in my hand or wrist, and what can I do to prevent and heal it? Like any other delicate instruments, your wrists, hands and fingers can suffer from overuse. Typing on a keyboard, sports, hobbies and other repetitive activities can all contribute to aches and... Read MoreJanuary 3, 2022
Lovelace Women’s Hospital Delivers Comfort After Premature Newborn Arrives
On April 20, 2018, Kelcey and her husband, Alexander arrived at Lovelace Women’s Hospital in the wee hours of the morning with the feeling that something wasn’t right. Kelcey was 34 weeks and four days pregnant and experiencing excruciating pain. When they pulled up to the hospital,... Read MoreNovember 18, 2021
Find a Family on Your Floor at Lovelace Women’s Hospital
Karen A.’s desire to be in healthcare blossomed at a young age. Her career path was solidified when her mother became extremely ill. Despite the unfortunate circumstances, one positive shined through the negative situation and gave Karen a little bit of peace – the nurses taking care of... Read MoreNovember 18, 2021