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June 29, 2012

Easy Fireworks Safety Tips

Celebrating our nation’s independence with family and friends typically centers around food, fun, and especially fireworks!  But that fun can be quickly doused when something goes wrong.  In 2010, 8600 injuries were the result of fireworks, with 2 out of every 5 of those injured under the age of 15... Read More
June 28, 2012

Lovelace Health System Statement on ACA Supreme Court Ruling

Today the Supreme Court upheld most elements of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), particularly the individual insurance mandate at the heart of the law. The Supreme Court also ruled that the federal government cannot withhold current Medicaid funds if a state chooses not to participate in the Medicaid... Read More
June 28, 2012

Cool Ways to Beat the Heat

We are getting into a pretty predictable weather pattern of highs near 100 in New Mexico.  If you are running out of ideas to stay cool, here are some fun ways to beat the heat. Go Barefoot
When you can, lose the shoes.  When we get hot, our feet tend to sweat, especially when we are wearing... Read More
June 27, 2012

The Heat is On in Albuquerque

It seems it doesn’t take long for the heat to take its toll.  Once the thermometer tops 100 most of us experience a change in our general attitude, including a heightened agitation.  The inconvenience of the dog days of summer are setting in and you begin to hear people complain about it, if you... Read More
June 21, 2012

6 Vital Nutrients Women May Be Missing

Women's diets often fall short in vital minerals and vitamins for a variety of reasons. Here are six nutrients that women are often deficient in, either because they lose too much of a nutrient, don't get enough of a nutrient, or both. Calcium Why you need it: Calcium builds teeth and bones, curbs... Read More
June 19, 2012

Can We Wipe Out Heart Attacks?

That is a bold question, but one being addressed by researchers today.  According to recent trials, the answer could be yes.  With heart disease being the number one killer in our country, responsible for 25% of US  deaths every year, wiping out heart attacks is a substantial consideration to the... Read More
June 14, 2012

The Latest in Diabetes Management

Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions in our country.  It is a complex disorder that often times requires multiple medical approaches and lifestyle modifications to properly manage.  At Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center, our endocrinologists remain abreast of the latest... Read More
February 28, 2012

Lovelace Medical Center Recognized for Stroke Care

Congratulations to Lovelace Medical Center for receiving the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®–Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.  The award recognizes Lovelace Medical Center’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of... Read More
February 24, 2012

Women's Heart Attack Symptoms Atypical

Chest pain, discomfort, and numbness in the left arm have long been associated as the “hallmark symptoms” of a heart attack.  These symptoms are triggers not only in the mind of the patient, but also the medical staff admitting and treating the patient, to first look at the possibility of a heart... Read More