VISITOR UPDATE: AHN Patients can have one healthy support person accompany them to appointments or visit them during a hospital stay. Patients and visitors should bring and wear a face mask to all appointments and may be screened for COVID-19. Exceptions could apply. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2NfQYOx
You donate treats and snacks to help us cheer up. Thank you, Eat'n Park and all other donors, for bringing smiles to our faces when we need it most. See who else is supporting us during COVID-19 at https://bit.ly/3hZqnSR.
You donate meals to help us fill up. Thank you for showing up when we need you most, so we can show up for those who need us most. See everyone who supported us during COVID-19 at https://bit.ly/32WRzgF.
When we need you most, you help us suit up and mask up. Special thanks to Bruce and Barbara Wiegand, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Massaro Construction Group, and Masks of Love sewing group. See who else is supporting us during COVID-19 at https://bit.ly/32S1x2P.
Did you know you can help keep demands on the health care system lower during flu season? Getting your flu shot can help reduce your risk of being hospitalized for the flu by 40-60% https://cbsloc.al/2ZTg2l2
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Today is #WorldGratitudeDay and we’re grateful our community shows up when we need them most. Thank you for $4,000,000 in monetary and in-kind donations to help us fight Coronavirus. See all donors at https://bit.ly/3mH64Ny.
Have you booked your mammogram? Have your friends booked theirs? Give your friends a call and remind them to schedule a mammogram at https://bit.ly/3iVjoKT or by calling (412) DOCTORS.
Ask her how she’s doing — she’ll like that. Remind her to PINKOUT her calendar and book her mammogram at AHN.org/PINKOUT — she’ll like that, too.
We know it can be easy to put off those yearly appointments — but scheduling your mammogram could save your life. Plus, we’re taking every precaution to keep you as safe as possible. Learn more and book at https://bit.ly/34E70d7
Don’t put off your yearly mammogram. AHN is taking every precaution necessary to keep you safe — with heightened disinfecting and protection measures across our network. Learn more and book at https://bit.ly/2HZlmx7
We're offering drive through flu vaccinations to the community on Wednesday, October 7 from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Schedule an appointment and get more information here: https://bit.ly/2SyiuJu.
It's #WorldStrokeDay and we want to make sure you know the 10 signs and symptoms of a stroke. It could make all the difference for your loved one. If someone shows any of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 immediately.
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A recent study of AHN patients shows that AI machine-learning systems can be used as an alternative to spirometry to provide a personalized, convenient, cost-effective and easily approachable monitoring for more people with chronic respiratory conditions. https://bit.ly/2J6Bu0i
There’s still time to PINKOUT your calendar and book your mammogram. Visit https://bit.ly/31FZBt6 or call (412) DOCTORS. And, don’t forget to click “share” and send this to a loved one to remind them to do the same.
Did you schedule your mammogram this year? If you have any anxiety about getting one, let Dr. Robin Sobolewski answer your questions and ease your fears. https://bit.ly/2VhFL3O
The qualities that make viruses, like COVID-19, so daunting, can also make viruses allies in fighting cancer. Learn more in this interview with Dr. David Bartlett: https://bit.ly/3qb2iha
This Thanksgiving, we're incredibly thankful for all of our staff and their dedication to your health. We're also grateful for our patients, who have become family, and a community that has supported us over the years. Happy Thanksgiving!
"We recognize many have “Covid Fatigue” and miss living the lives we once did. But we cannot let our guard down or it will be much, much longer before we will be able to live those lives again." https://bit.ly/3m8cUuC
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Have you ever heard of rehab for your heart? Dr. Srinivas Murali explains the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation and why it helps patients lower their risk of another life-threatening cardiac event. https://bit.ly/2UZ40Us
We know the battle is far from over. We also know that tough times call for strong leaders. Lead by example. #MaskUp to save lives. Learn more: everymaskup.com
VISITOR POLICY UPDATE: We're happy to announce changes in our visitation policies that expand opportunities for loved ones and other support people to accompany or visit patients during their inpatient stays or outpatient appointments.
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Let us help you keep being you, like Jimmie, and get expert-level care from the cardiovascular team at AHN. Hear more of Jimmie's story: https://bit.ly/3j0f4M3
Primary care internist, Dr. Brian Lamb talks about the new, at-home coronavirus test that will be coming soon. https://cbsloc.al/3oO8LMW
“Get on the floor with your kids, do some pretend time, bring out your inner kid, dress up and do what you need to do to engage in some socialization." -- Dr. Williams Davies on how parents can fill the socialization gaps for their kids due to COVID isolation. https://cbsloc.al/3cDQOhC
Please join us at our Virtual Stroke Support Group offered to stroke survivors, family members, care givers and their friends. The group meets the second Wednesday of every month from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
For the ZOOM invitation, email Melanie.Henderson@ahn.org or Christy.shurina@ahn.org or call 724-389-6729 for more information.
We're celebrating Heart Month with virtual events in partnership with the American Heart Association. Love your heart by reading through this article and making a plan to improve your heart health. https://bit.ly/2YDnrE4 💙💚💙💚
