Wellness Archives - Page 53 of 63 - St. Peter's Health Partners News

LiveSmart: You Are What You Eat

March 22, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

Researchers and medical professionals have long suspected the types of food Americans eat play a role in the rising number of individuals battling obesity and diabetes. New scientific evidence explains why.

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LiveSmart: Medical Alert Technology Enhances Safety for Seniors at Home and On-the-Go

March 15, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

For independent seniors, the ability to summon help at the time of a fall is critical to keeping an emergency from turning into a tragedy. A medical alert system can offer seniors and their families the peace of mind that help is just a button push away.

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LiveSmart: Planning for Care After a Hospital Stay is Critical for Seniors

March 9, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

Recovery from an injury or illness, particularly for seniors, can often be a long journey. Family involvement is very important at this stage, as there are a number of considerations when planning post-discharge care.

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LiveSmart: Adding Whole Grains to Your Diet is a Smart, Delicious Decision

March 1, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

March is National Nutrition Month, which makes it the perfect time to highlight the importance of whole grains!

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That's why St. Peter’s Health Partners (SPHP) has joined Trinity Health to launch Smoke Free Movies Week of Action, February 19 - 26.

Hollywood Stars Don’t Smoke While Walking the Red Carpet: Why Do They Smoke On Screen?

February 24, 2017 Mary O. Stehr

St. Peter’s Health Partners has joined the Smoke Free Movies Week of Action, February 19 – 26, to urge Hollywood executives to remove smoking from youth-rated films.

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LiveSmart: Teach Kids About Dental Health for a Lifetime of Healthy Smiles

February 23, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

Good dental care is vital to overall health, so engaging children early ensures a lifetime of healthy smiles.

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LiveSmart: February is National Cancer Prevention Month – What Can You Do?

February 15, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

February is National Cancer Prevention Month – learn the steps you can take to prevent cancer in your life.

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LiveSmart: Chest Pain – Know the Signs, Know What to Do!

February 8, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

When chest pain strikes, would you know what to do and where to go? When in doubt, assume the pain is related to your heart until proven otherwise — CALL 9-1-1!

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LiveSmart: Shaking the Sodium Habit

February 2, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

If the majority of your food is highly processed, from a restaurant, fast food outlet, or deli counter, you are likely swimming in a sea of sodium. Make today the day you start to shake the sodium habit!

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LiveSmart: Fight the Flu – Get Your Shot!

January 25, 2017 Robert Webster Jr.

The flu season is well underway, with the CDC announcing last week the strains of influenza seen so far have been well matched by this year’s vaccine. That is great news and should motivate those who have NOT yet gotten the vaccine to do so ASAP!

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