All About Health Spring 2008
Hometown Hospitals
St. Elizabeth Health Center
By JEAN CORLISS & EMILY R. CHESNIC Area residents can take comfort in knowing that even despite recent times of financial restraints, representatives of the Mahoning Valley and neighboring Geauga County health facilities and hospitals report that the changes they have undergone in the last several years have strengthened the quality of healthcare available to the residents of the region. “Certainly, the biggest change is that we opened the area’s first new acute care inpatient hospital in nearly 50 years,” said Tina Creighton, public relations representative for Humility of Mary Health Partners. On Aug. 1, 2007, HMHP opened its new $83 million St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center, constructed around an existing diagnostic and emergency center on Market Street in Boardman Township. to provide more than 300,000 square feet of outpatient and inpatient healthcare services, which includes 128 hospital beds. Officials said St.
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National Nursing Home Week
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Howland Boys Tennis
10 Tips for a Great-Night’s Rest
May 5, 2008
According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 70 million Americans report they have trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep every night. » Full Story
American Cancer Society Warns of ‘Copycat’ Agencies
May 5, 2008
The American Cancer Society urges residents to be cautious when they make a cancer donation. » Full Story
American Cancer Society-Seeks Participants for Study
May 5, 2008
The American Cancer Society encourages people between the ages of 30 and 65 who have no personal history of cancer to join a historic research study known as the Cancer Prevention Study 3 (CPS-3). » Full Story
American’s Wake Up to the Power of sleep-
May 5, 2008
A majority of Americans agree that nothing beats a good night’s sleep for good health — not even regular exercise and proper diet. » Full Story
Burn Calories While Beautifying Your Lawn
May 5, 2008
Did you know that it’s possible to burn up to 260 calories per hour mowing a lawn with a power mower and up to 480 calories per hour gardening with other power tools? Every day chores like these are o » Full Story
Chilean Grapes
May 5, 2008
Wait for summer to enjoy grapes? No way! Grapes grown in the fertile valleys of Chile are fresh, juicy and in the market right now, so pick up a bunch or two. » Full Story
Could You Have Restless Legs Syndrome?
May 5, 2008
Their faces say it all. Or maybe it’s their legs. Perhaps it’s both. » Full Story
Could Your Back Pain be Caused by a Slipped Disc?
May 5, 2008
Back pain is a common complaint of Americans. Sixty to eighty percent of the U.S. population reports they suffer from some kind of back pain and five percent suffer from chronic back pain. » Full Story
For Better Health: Good Bacteria-for Good Digestion
May 5, 2008
If you are one of the 60 to 70 million Americans that suffer from digestive problems, then you probably need more probiotics in your system. » Full Story
Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital-Community Calendar • APRIL 2008
May 5, 2008
n Alzheimer’s Association Support Group Call 330-533-3300 to register. » Full Story
Four Simple Steps to a Low-Sodium Lifestyle
May 5, 2008
Implementing a low-sodium diet is a challenge because sodium is everywhere. » Full Story
From the Hospital to Home-
May 5, 2008
Ahh . . . home sweet home. There’s nothing more comforting than recovering in your own home after a hospital stay. » Full Story
From the project manager
May 5, 2008
Recently, I had knee surgery and had to be hospitalized. » Full Story
Good Physical Function After Age 40-Reduces Your Risk of Stroke
May 5, 2008
People who have good physical function after the age of 40 may lower their risk o e by as much as 50 percent compared to people who are not able to climb stairs, kneel, bend, or lift as well, accordin » Full Story
By JEAN CORLISS & EMILY R. How to Keep Your Heart Healthy
May 5, 2008
The heart is an amazing part of the human body. But sadly, heart disease is the number one killer of women over the age of 25 in the United States. » Full Story
Humility of Mary Health Partners names John Finizio president of St. Joseph Health Center
May 5, 2008
“John is a great asset to HMHP,” said Bob Shroder, president and CEO, HMHP, “He has a proven track record of system growth and improvements and we look forward to his future at St. Joseph. » Full Story
Local Blood Drives
May 5, 2008
American Red Cross blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. » Full Story
More Americans Seeking Organic Health Supplements
May 5, 2008
Millions of Americans use supplements to enhance their health every day, studies show. » Full Story
Pass Along the “Clean Gene”-
May 5, 2008
Making a mess and eating things off the floor may seem to come naturally to your child — unfortunately, that’s not the case with washing hands, brushing teeth and other healthy habits. » Full Story
Resolve to Refresh Your Active Lifestyle in 2008
May 5, 2008
New Year’s resolution time is here. » Full Story
Spring Cleaning: Keep it pure and simple
May 5, 2008
The best part of spring cleaning is opening the doors and windows to welcome fresh air and sunshine. » Full Story
Spring Shape Up: Easy Routine for-Beautiful Health
May 5, 2008
When it comes to getting in shape, celebrity fitness trainer Kim Lyons from “The Biggest Loser” knows it’s all about forming healthy routines. » Full Story
St. Joe’s at the Mall • APRIL 2008-
May 5, 2008
St. Joe’s at the Mall is open from 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday and 8 am to noon Saturday. For more information, call 330-652-7542.
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The ABC’s of Multivitamins
May 5, 2008
While the majority of Americans believe they are very or somewhat knowledgeable about multivitamins (67 percent), many do not know which vitamins and minerals are essential for the body or what vitami » Full Story
The Flu is Over, But How Can You Shake that Cough?
May 5, 2008
Physicians who are immunologists understand that a cough following the flu is frequently the result of the patient’s immune system not responding to toxins remaining after the virus is eliminated. » Full Story
The Healthy Dish on Tuna
May 5, 2008
Why is it that most of us aren’t eating enough fish? The American Heart Association and the United States Department of Agriculture urge all Americans to enjoy at least two servings of seafood per wee » Full Story
Tips to Squeeze in Breakfast on the Go
May 5, 2008
Instead of forgoing nutrition in the face of the morning rush, simply copy a lunchtime move and “brown bag” breakfast. » Full Story
Varicose Veins
May 5, 2008
Varicose veins are gnarled, enlarged veins. The word “varicose” comes from the Latin root “varix”, which means “twisted.” For many people, varicose veins can cause aching pain and discomfort. » Full Story
