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May 15, 2018
April 23, 2018
The Gift of Life from a Coworker and Friend
“Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something.” -Author Unknown Growing up, Helen Nielsen always knew there was a possibility that she would have polycystic kidney disease. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder in which cysts grow within the kidneys,... Read More
April 19, 2018
Your Path to Pregnancy
Every family has their own path to building their family. For some this is through pregnancy, for others, this is through adoption. Either of these paths may be an option in families where infertility is a factor. Infertility means not being able to become pregnant after a year of trying to get... Read More
April 11, 2018
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Our children are precious and it’s up to us to make sure they are safe and shielded from violence. Since 1983, April has been designated Child Abuse Prevention Month. Each day, more than five children die as a result of abuse or neglect. There is an average of 3.3 million reports of child... Read More
April 4, 2018
Survivors of Sexual Violence
According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), sexual violence affects millions of Americans. Every 98 seconds an American is sexually assaulted. On average, there are 321,000 victims (age 12 and older) of rape and sexual assault each year in the United States.... Read More
March 30, 2018
Lovelace Women’s Hospital is Only ABQ Hospital That Offers Cryoablation
Cryoablation is a technique used to destroy fibroadenomas, the most common type of lump found in young women’s breasts. It is a minimally invasive procedure using extreme cold temperatures to destroy the mass. Dr. Tim Erwin, a radiologist at Lovelace Women’s Hospital performs... Read More
March 9, 2018
Taking care of your gut 101
Stomach discomfort can strike at any time and can alter your everyday routine in your home and work life. Constipation, heart burn and several trips to the bathroom during the day can attest to that. It’s important to stay on tract, digestive tract that is. Your digestive tract, also referred... Read More
February 28, 2018
Embrace Seminar: Eat Well, Be Well
Eat Well, Be Well Presented by: Nicole Gunnare, MS, RD, LD and Molly Morrison, RD, LD Do you want to learn more about nutrition? Are you interested in changing your eating habits and managing your weight in a healthy way? Nutrition information is widespread and can be confusing. Join Nicole and... Read More
February 28, 2018
Top Heart Health Questions: Lovelace Provider Tells All
There is no such thing as a wrong question to ask when it comes to your heart health, and every ounce of information can help you control your risk factors for cardiovascular disease and to help you live your healthiest life. Lovelace had the opportunity to sit down with Brendan J. Cavanaugh, MD,... Read More
February 26, 2018