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March 23, 2020

First Responders PSA: Do Not Drive To The ER

Heart attacks are often portrayed with dramatic flair – someone clutching their chest and falling to the ground. While chest pain is a symptom of a heart attack, there are several other symptoms that indicate... Read More
March 22, 2020

Pregnant During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Stay up to date with the latest information from the CDC here. Pregnant women are more vulnerable to respiratory viruses in general with COVID-19 being one of many such viruses. If you are an expectant mother and have a prenatal appointment already scheduled, please go to that appointment. Your... Read More
March 18, 2020

Albuquerque Hospital Launches Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing

Albuquerque Hospital Launches Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing
Drive-up COVID-19 testing is now available at an hospital in downtown Albuquerque. By Associated Press, Wire Service Content March 14, 2020, at 6:45 p.m.
U.S. News & World Report ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Drive-up... Read More
March 5, 2020

When to see a doctor for sleep problems

We all know how great a good night’s sleep makes us feel, and how groggy we feel if we don’t get enough shut eye. If you are continuously not getting quality sleep, you may have a sleep disorder. A sleep disorder is a condition that impairs your ability to sleep or causes increased... Read More
January 15, 2020

Roadrunner Food Bank’s Healthy Foods Market Provides Access to Nutritious Food to Lovelace’s South Valley Patients

Albuquerque, NM (January 15, 2020) – Food banks across the country including Roadrunner Food Bank have been starting hunger-relief programs that specifically look how food insecurity impacts chronic health issues. Roadrunner Food Bank’s Healthy Foods Market is one way we are bringing... Read More
January 9, 2020

NICU Twins Have Identical Recovery at Lovelace Women's Hospital

This year Alysia Martinez got that happy news that her family was going to be growing, however it was by one more than expected. Martinez found out she was having twins. “Both my side and Daddy's side have a history of twins. When I found out I was pregnant I was very much surprised,... Read More
January 7, 2020

Surviving Football Sunday: Tips to Stay Healthy

As we ring in the New Year, the nation also welcomes playoff football. It’s a no brainer that game days can be filled with large quantities of food and alcohol, and long periods of time sitting front of the television. Karla Giese, DNP, NP, BC-ADM, CDE, a diabetes specialist with Lovelace... Read More
December 6, 2019

What Can Fathers Expect During Labor and Delivery?

Many first-time fathers do not know what to expect when preparing for the birth of their child. It may seem very overwhelming, intense and complicated when thinking about the birth process. You may have your own worries and concerns outside that of the mother and new baby. Here are some steps on... Read More
December 6, 2019

The Benefits of Working with a Doula

A doula, also known as a birth companion, is a trained professional in childbirth. The word doula comes from the Greek meaning “a woman who serves” or “handmaiden.” Doulas can provide educational, physical and emotional support to an expectant mother and her family during... Read More
December 6, 2019

Blue Genes

When I look into the mirror, I see me. ButI also see my mother. Yes, as we age, we can see our parents appearing right in front of us due to our genetics. There will be a certain way we look, gain weight, walk and even cross our legs based on genetics. Styles, as well as sizes, will come and... Read More