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You can reach them at: 520-874-2000. It’s best to call Banner - University Medical Center South during business hours.

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Banner - University Medical Center South is located at this address: 2800 E Ajo way Tucson, AZ 85713.

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Banner - University Medical Center South store hours are as follows: Mon-Sun: 24 hours.

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Spirit Halloween and their Spirit of Children program brings fun and funding to local hospitals by collecting monetary donations now through Halloween! Their mission is to make hospitals less scary for kids and their families. Banner Diamond Children’s Medical Center is a proud partner! By shopping at Spirit Halloween and through your donations at the store, Banner Diamond Children’s is able to provide toys, music, treats, coloring books and other items to enhance the hospital stays for sick children. #spiritofchildren #BannerDiamondChildrens

Kori Ward celebrated her birthday by donating 500 toys to the children and families at Diamond Children’s Medical Center. This is the 5th year she has gathered and donated gifts to the hospital. Thank you Kori! Your thoughtfulness means the world to us!

#NEWS: Banner Children's (Banner Health) exclusive debit card is now available at all Hughes Federal Credit Union locations in Tucson! For every new card issued, Hughes will donate $5 to Diamond Children's Medical Center, which will directly support pediatric programs! Support today: https://www.hughesfcu.org/debit/banner-health-foundation-debit-card #BannerStrong #DiamondChildren's #BannerUniversityMedicine

Sydni Lee, now 18, was treated at Diamond Children’s Medical Center for HLH, Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, and is now two years free of the disease. Though she missed a lot of school due to her treatment and recovery, she graduated 9th in her class and is now a freshman at NAU. #nationalchildhoodcancerawarenessmonth

Did you know that babywearing increases breastfeeding longevity and milk production, babies sleep better at night and babies hit their gross motor milestones faster? International Babywearing Week is October 2-8 and to show us the sweet benefits of babywearing, Nurse Practitioner Lisa Grisham and Nurse Jocelyn Maurer have recruited their best team players! Congratulations to the newest members of our Banner – University Medicine family. International Babywearing Week Mother Baby Bonding Study #babywearingweek #babywearing

Thank you Jim Click Automotive Team for the donated Halloween toys, decorations and candy. We appreciate your generosity and kindness and for keeping the hospitalized kids at Diamond Children’s Medical Center in your thoughts! Thank you Penny Feddick for working with Jim Click on the donation and for delivering the toys! From left to right: Penny Feddick, Banner customer care communications representative, Melissa Shiring, MS, Child Life Specialist and Dani Woodward, Child Life assistant.

Banner – University Medicine is a safe place for care. Read how cancer never stops nor does our team of oncology specialists at the Arizona Cancer Center who implemented a plan on how to continue treating cancer patients during the pandemic. https://bit.ly/2Sxqevs #BannerStrong #BannerUniversityMedicine TUCSONLOCALMEDIA.COM Cancer and COVID-19: How the novel coronavirus is affecting screening and treatment

We’d like to send a BIG thank you to our ABO and PSC teams at the Banner Elvira Location who collected and donated household and food items for the Tucson-based Youth On Their Own organization. The organization works to support the graduation and continued success of youth experiencing homelessness. Your generosity is what makes us #BannerStrong in the Tucson community!

The Tucson Roadrunners, affiliates of the Arizona Coyotes, will be holding a Community Day on Saturday, October 10 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Lot B of the Tucson Convention Center. During the drive-thru event, community members will have the opportunity to donate toys to the Diamond Children’s Medical Center toy closets. Mariachi Los Diablitos de Sunnyside High School will be performing and there will be many drive through opportunities to win prizes! To learn more visit: https://bit.ly/2F3bfWZ Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation #BannerUniversityMedicine #Tucson #Tucsonlocal #ThisisTucson

Banner – University Medicine OBGYN doctors and researchers at the University of Arizona Health Sciences understand the anxieties associated with pregnancy during the time of COVID-19. Drs. Debra Guinn, Dawn Martin-Herring and Heather Reed, detail the safety precautions that are in place to protect new mothers and the research being conducted at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson, to better understand the virus in pregnancy. Read about their efforts here: https://bit.ly/3lEawer

Join us every third Tuesday of the month from 1 - 2 p.m. for this online new and expecting moms support group. It's free! Sign up or learn more by calling 520-694-4525.

Please welcome children’s liver, gastroenterology and nutrition expert, Keith Hazleton, MD, PhD to the Banner – University Medicine team. He is the only pediatric hepatologist in Southern Arizona and will be seeing patients in Tucson and Sierra Vista. To learn more about Dr. Hazleton, please click here: https://bit.ly/3lmdTXz

Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 - October 15. This year, we are highlighting a few of our outstanding Hispanic team members. Today, we recognize Carol Rivera for her contribution in making us #BannerStrong!

Join us in welcoming two new cardiologists to Banner – University Medicine and the Sarver Heart Center. J.R. Exequiel T. “Keng” Pineda, MD, PhD, and Andrew R. Williams, MD, are currently seeing patients at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson. They will be treating patients with their expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, cardio-oncology and sports cardiology. Read more about these new physicians here: https://bit.ly/33DwsjE

Join us every third Tuesday of the month from 1 - 2 p.m. for this online new and expecting moms support group. It's free! Sign up or learn more by calling 520-694-4525.

It's spooky season! But what will that look like this year? Brandie Beuthin, MPH, RN, infection prevention director at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, shares 7 ways to have a happy and COVID-free Halloween! Read more here: https://bit.ly/2I3fljf

We are so thankful for the generosity of the Tucson Roadrunners and our surrounding community for the toy donation to the children and families at Diamond Children's. Your donations are a source of inspiration for all! Thank you for helping to make a child smile! 😍 #TucsonRoadrunners #Tucson #BannerStrong Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

We are feeling the love thanks to Southwest Kitchen & Bath who are donating a $25K dream kitchen makeover opportunity for one lucky Banner – University Medicine health care team member! Banner team members are asked to submit a video why they should win the dream kitchen. Southwest Kitchen and Bath will publicly announce the winner during a media event to be held at their showroom on November 9! To learn more visit: https://www.southwestkitchen.com/the-heroes-page/ #Tucson #TucsonArizona #Tucsonlocal #BannerStrong #HealthcareHeroes #covidheroes #supporthealthcareworkers #healthcareworkers

Banner – University Medicine has donated much needed medical equipment to the local Project C.U.R.E. program. Donated items include operating room lights, a patient scale, medical carts, 3 IV pumps, a medical grade freezer, three EKG machines and a medical grade oven. Project Cure provides desperately needed medical equipment and supplies to developing countries around the world. We received the following kind words of thanks from W. Douglas Jackson, PhD, JD, President/CEO of Project C.U.R.E., “Thank you for saving lives! Your generous support will help deliver desperately needed medical equipment and supplies to developing countries around the world.” To learn more about Project Cure, please visit: www.ProjectCure.org.

The Banner Primary Clinic on Cortaro is now offering urology services! Urologist Sunchin Kim, MD, and general urology specialist Cara Whittingham, NP, will provide expert urological care at the Banner - University Medicine Primary Care Clinic 8020 N. Cortaro Rd. #150, Tucson, 85743. To learn more about Banner's specialized urological care services in Tucson, please visit: https://bit.ly/3etUu4z

Amber Kneen, 36, an army veteran, wife and mother of two, was stationed overseas when her life took an unexpected turn. She was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer (IBC), a very rare, rapidly-growing and highly-aggressive form of breast cancer. She chose to receive treatment at the Arizona Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center recognized for its scientific leadership, research, multidisciplinary approach and resources. Amber shares her diagnosis, treatment and recovery story here: https://bit.ly/3enpK59 #breastcancerawareness CANCERCENTER.ARIZONA.EDU Patient Profile: Amber Kneen

Diamond Children's celebrated Halloween with candy, costumes and activity books thanks to Spirit Halloween! Thanks to our Child Life Cacti team for getting us in the Halloween Spirit! 👻 🧛 🧟 🎃 #SpiritHalloween #Halloween #BannerStrong Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

Our dear friends with Kids of Steele have donated care packages and snacks for the children and families at Diamond Children's. Thank you for your generosity and thoughtfulness, today and always, it means so much! 😇 ❤️ #Tucson #BannerStrong #Childlife Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

Happy November! Did you know it is National Alzheimer's Awareness Month in addition to Family Caregiver Month? To celebrate, Banner Alzheimer's Institute will be sharing facts, information and tips to spark the conversation. We want to shine a light on all dementia. To learn more, like, share and engage with the Banner Alzheimer's Institute Facebook page and visit our website to learn more about our Tucson-based memory care services: https://www.banneralz.org/patients/our-memory-services. #AlzheimersAwareness #ShineALight #JoinUs

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and we’d like you to meet our expert Dr. Rachna Shroff, chief of the Section of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology at the Arizona Cancer Center. Dr. Shroff sees patients at the UArizona Cancer Center location at 3838 N. Campbell and the Banner – University Medical Center Tucson campus. Learn more about the UArizona Cancer Center multidisciplinary approach for care by visiting: https://bit.ly/3eIlX2w To learn more about Dr. Shroff, please visit: https://bit.ly/3n91Rla @rachnatshroff #pancan #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth Rachna Shroff DOCTORS.BANNERHEALTH.COM Dr. Rachna Shroff, MD - Tucson, AZ - Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, Pancreatobiliary Diseases - Book Appointment

Elizabeth Lee, MD, has joined the Banner – University Medicine reconstructive and cosmetic surgery team! Dr. Lee specializes in plastic surgery reconstruction to maximize cosmetic outcomes for breast cancer patients. She also specializes in other elective services including Botox and face-lifts. She will see patients at the Banner - University Medical Dermatology Clinic and Banner - University Medicine North.

Outstanding stroke care is now available via Zoom conference call! Join us every 3rd Thursday of the month from 4-5 p.m. for this FREE, no registration required support group! To join, from the Zoom website: https://zoom.us click on “Join a Meeting” (or use the link that we sent via email). On the “Join a Meeting” screen, enter the 11-digit meeting ID: 951 0858 9510, password FAST #stroke #aneurysm

Thank you for sharing Darry's story KOLD! Darryl Williams, 58, was discharged from Banner - University Medical Center on Friday, Nov. 5 and had hospitalized since July 5, 2020, when he presented to the hospital for a double lung transplant. Per Dr. Joshua Malo, a pulmonary and critical care specialist at Banner, Williams was tested for COVID-19 as part of the pre-operation screening and he tested positive. The transplant was cancelled and treatment for COVID-19 began. Williams' symptoms worsened and he would need to be intubated and placed on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, or ECMO. It is a medical miracle thanks to the work of more than 100 staff members who gave round the clock care. “I want to say thank you to my doctors and to my nurses. They did an excellent job taking care of me and getting me to this point and know what we have to do from here," said Darryl.! Darryl Williams, 58, had been hospitalized since July 5, 2020, when he presented to the hospital for a double lung transplant. Williams had been on the transplant list for approximately 2 weeks before being admitted to the hospital for the procedurPancreatic Cancer Action Networke #BannerStrong #COVID anIntegrative Touch for Kids11/07/arizona-man-survives-covid-double-lung-transplanIntegrative Touch for KidsIntegrative Touch for Kids-covid-double-lung-transplanIntegrative Touch for Kids11/07/arizona-man-survives-covid-double-lung-transplanIntegrative Touch for KidsIntegrative Touch for KidsIntegrative Touch for Kidst KOLD.COM Arizona man survives COVID-19 and double lung transplant

Did you know (#DYK) that only 9 out of 100 people diagnosed with #pancreaticcancer today will be alive in 5 years? November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Get to know the facts and learn more about the Arizona Cancer Center's multidisciplinary approach for care by visiting: https://cancercenter.arizona.edu/patients/disease-teams/gastrointestinal-cancer #pancan #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth Rachna Shroff

The Arizona Cancer Center is a leader in cancer research. Our expert, Dr. Rachna Shroff, chief of the Section of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, has led multiple national and international studies on pancreatic, liver and bile duct cancers. Learn more about the UArizona Cancer Center's multidisciplinary approach for care by visiting: https://bit.ly/3eIlX2w Learn more about Dr. Shroff by visiting: https://bit.ly/3n91Rla #pancan #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth Rachna Shroff DOCTORS.BANNERHEALTH.COM Dr. Rachna Shroff, MD - Tucson, AZ - Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, Pancreatobiliary Diseases - Book Appointment

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we are honoring Cheryl Stevens Kirkland, a member of the Tohono O’odham tribe. We are proud to have her as a member of the Banner - University Medicine team! #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #BannerStrong

As many of the nation’s most trusted hospitals, we all know this. The science has not changed. Masks slow the spread of COVID-19. Every one of our health care professionals is asking you to do one very simple thing. Let’s keep it up. Let’s #maskup Watch the video: https://bit.ly/36Sgd2B Learn more: everymaskup.com #MaskUpAZ

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we are sharing Alexis Medina's Banner story and career path, as well as her tribute to her Pasqua Yaqui Tribe. We are proud to count you as part of our team! #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #BannerStrong

We are thankful for Southwest Kitchen & Bath and their generous donation of a $25,000 dream kitchen give-away to Matthew Choate, Banner – University Medicine front line team member. Matt is a nurse who works in the COVID-Unit at Banner – University Medical Center South and contracted the virus early on in the pandemic. His best friend submitted a video from Matt’s kitchen sharing why he should be selected as the winner, including his dedication and compassion to his patients. On winning the dream kitchen, Matt said: “It’s awesome to know that you feel supported by the community and it's so awesome that there's people out there that are helping us out and providing support to health care providers,” Choate said. News 4 Tucson - KVOA shared the Southwest Kitchen dream kitchen presentation to Matt with its viewers: https://kvoa.com/news/local-news/2020/11/23/local-nurse-gifted-a-kitchen-makeover/ #Thankful #COVID #frontlineworker #Tucson KVOA.COM Local nurse gifted a kitchen makeover

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and Dr. Rachna Shroff, chief of the Section of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology at the Arizona Cancer Center, was featured on was featured on the TODAY with Hoda & Jenna, to discuss preventative measures and early signs for pancreatic cancer. Dr. Shroff sees patients at the UArizona Cancer Center location at 3838 N. Campbell and the Banner – University Medical Center Tucson campus. Learn more about the UArizona Cancer Center multidisciplinary approach for care by visiting: https://bit.ly/3eIlX2w https://on.today.com/3nTZcfm @rachnatshroff #pancan #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth TODAY.COM Man shares battle against pancreatic cancer

Banner Medicare Advantage, the only non-profit and locally based Medicare plan in Arizona, announces a new contract with Northwest Health and its affiliated physicians to expand access to health care for plan members 65 or older in Pima County. To expand in-network and preferred provider options for plan enrollees in northwest Tucson, Oro Valley, Sahuarita and Green Valley, Banner Medical Advantage plan members can now access health care services from Northwest Healthcare and its affiliated physicians under the Banner Medicare Advantage plan. To learn more visit: https://bit.ly/3pzhBjc

Today is #GivingTuesday! To support our #HealthCareHeroes working tirelessly on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, we invite you to make a tax-deductible charitable gift to support one or more of our needs: Respite Rooms, Feeding Our Frontlines, COVID-19 Response Fund or Support Our Staff (SOS): Crisis Assistance Fund. Explore how your gift can make a difference: give.bannerhealth.com/gt2020 Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

We’d like to thank Mayor Regina Romero for providing our team with BK Carne Asada & Hot Dogs during the holiday weekend in support of their work throughout this pandemic. “Our courageous health care workers are serving Tucsonans during a very stressful and difficult time. They are not only putting their own health at risk but also sacrificing time away from loved ones in the name of public health. Providing meals for them during the holiday weekend is a small gift of gratitude for their enormous sacrifice,” said Mayor Romero. Thank you for thinking of us!

Today we were honored to receive our 500th hero kit from the local charity, Heroes with Heart: Our Mission: Helping Children Heroically Fight Illness One Cape at a Time! These hero kits come complete with capes, masks, toys, games and other super hero memorabilia. The kits were donated to Diamond Children’s and greatly help to lift the spirits of our hospitalized children. Thank you!! Please visit the Heroes with Heart website to learn more: http://www.heroeswithheart.org/ #shareyourbrave Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

The Santa Cruise, organized by 5-2-0 SXS off-road group led by Cody Sanders and his wife Carly, took place on Saturday, Dec. 5th. Carly is an operations consult-supervisor for transplant financial services at Banner – University Medicine. The parade included a gift card drop-off stop for parade participants and thanks to their efforts, thousands of dollars in gift cards were donated to Diamond Children’s. The donations will go beyond the holiday season to bring a little bit of holiday magic year-round. We can't thank you enough Cody, Carly and the 5-2-0 SXS group! #HappyHolidays #Donation #Thankyou #Grateful Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

Join us every third Tuesday of the month from 1 - 2 p.m. for this online new and expecting moms support group. It's free! Sign up or learn more by calling 520-694-4525.

If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease, we invite you to participate in this virtual series that tackles taboo topics such as sex and intimacy, CBD and medical marijuana and depression and suicide. This free series is accessible from your computer or telephone. To register call 602-230-2273.

We were honored to receive our 500th hero kit from the local charity, Heroes with Heart: Our Mission: Helping Children Heroically Fight Illness One Cape at a Time! These hero kits come complete with capes, masks, toys, games and other super hero memorabilia. The kits were donated to Diamond Children’s and greatly help to lift the spirits of our hospitalized children. Thank you!! Please visit the Heroes with Heart website to learn more: http://www.heroeswithheart.org/ #shareyourbrave Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

With multiple respiratory illnesses in the winter months, it can be hard to determine what's what. Use this as a resource.

‘Tis the season to be thankful and the Donor Network of Arizona is thanking all of its partners, including the team at Banner – University Medicine. Thanks to you and other incredible donation champions, the organization has saved countless lives. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/kx_eSIVbbYg

Join us every third Tuesday of the month from 1 - 2 p.m. for this online new and expecting moms support group. It's free! Sign up or learn more by calling 520-694-4525.

We’ve had to accept a lot of change in 2020. From social distancing to virtual learning and every toilet paper-shaped struggle in between, the year has looked different from any other in history. But there are some things that should never change. The giving spirit of the holiday season is something that needs to endure, despite this year’s Grinch-y headlines. Learn how to do it safely with these ideas for holiday giving: https://bit.ly/333la7X BANNERHEALTH.COM 7 Ideas for Safe Holiday Giving During COVID-19| Banner Health

With multiple respiratory illnesses in the winter months, it can be hard to determine what's what. Use this as a resource.

Thank you Diamond Ventures for donating 100 meals from Tucson Tamale Company to our pediatric units at Diamond Children's! Nothing says the holidays are here like tamales! Thank you for thinking of us! 😍 🎅 👼 #DiamondVentures Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation

Thank you @Flat4Tucson for the wonderful gift donations to Diamond Children's! Your holiday gifts will bring joy to the children and families at the hospital year round! 🎅 🎅 🎅

Music filled the air today as Christmas carolers filled out courtyard with fa-la-las and good cheer. It was truly magical- thank you! 🎅 🤶 💖

The Tucson Fire Department dropped off some Holiday spirit today for the children and families at Diamond Children’s. Though TFD was not able to do their usual fundraising due to COVID-19, the firefighters and local businesses were still able to donate a truck full of toys and gift cards to help keep the season bright all year round. TFD then invited our child life team for the ride of a life-time to wave hello to the children in the hospital. Thank you TFD! 🎅 🎅 🎅

Thank you Beads of Courage and Ken Tower of Desert Woodcrafters for the custom-made tucks donated to Diamond Children’s and delivered by the Tucson Police Department! They are beautiful and will be loved by the children and families at Diamond Children! 🎅 🎅 🎅

We need your help! Please shrink your social circle to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in your family and in our community. https://fb.watch/2HeOk-EPff/ Banner Health December 21, 2020 at 4:16 PM · As the holidays approach, it is important to shrink your social circle to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in your family and community.

Thank you 5-2-0 SXS! Your $6,500 gift card donation has made a great impact for the children & families at Diamond Children’s! Thank you for making this holiday season magical! 🎅🏾⛄️❤️

A sleep study conducted by Banner - University Medicine sleep expert and University of Arizona assistant professor, Michael Grandner, PhD, monitored the role of insomnia during the pandemic, and more than 50% of 1,000 participants reported experiencing insomnia. Read the story here: https://bit.ly/38MqA95 (via TucsonSentinel)

The Offerpad Arizona Bowl football teams, Ball State and San Jose State, had representatives drop off T-shirts and footballs for the children and families at Diamond Children's. The big game will be played in Tucson on Thursday, Dec. 31 at noon and will be aired on CBS. You're all winners in our eyes! Thank you The Offerpad Arizona Bowl, Ball State Sports and San Jose State Spartans!

It's a boy! We welcomed the first newborn of the New Year and newest member of the Banner family on Friday, Jan. 1 at 1:02 a.m. Luz Gutierrez Payan gave birth to Carlos Orellana Gutierrez, her seventh child, who weighed 6 lbs. 15 oz. Baby Carlos was the first baby born at the hospital in 2021. The labor and delivery team presented the family with two new baby baskets filled with gift cards, baby clothes, stuffed toys, diapers and baby bottles. Congratulations! #HappyNewYear

Mental lag is something doctors have been studying in head-injury patients for years. But along comes 2020 and the coronavirus, and suddenly, people who've recovered from COVID-19 are complaining about cognitive issues. "Mainly headaches, dizziness, delirium imbalance, and cognitive problems," says Co-Director of Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Stroke Program, Dr. Mohammad El-Ghanem. "We're talking about things like short-term memory loss and difficulty memorizing things that you could in the past." Learn more from the KGUN 9 On Your Side story here: https://www.kgun9.com/rebound/dealing-with-brain-fog-after-recovery-from-covid-19 KGUN9.COM Dealing with "brain fog" after recovery from COVID-19

Arizona Public Media reports: As of the first week of 2021, about 120,000 people have received the COVID-19 vaccine in Arizona, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services. That includes more than 22,000 people in Pima County. Banner – University Medicine is one of the main distributors of the vaccine. Learn how distribution is going from Dr. Joshua Lee, physician executive at Banner - University Medicine. https://bit.ly/3ij4uQh NEWS.AZPM.ORG Banner – UMC gives update on COVID vaccine distribution

The Monoclonal Antibody Treatment, an outpatient treatment, is available at Banner – University Medicine in Tucson for people experiencing mild-to-moderate COVID-19 symptoms. Bamlanivimab from Eli Lilly and casirivimab/indevimab from Regeneron are both monoclonal antibodies that are infused directly into a vein in an outpatient setting. These antibodies are protective proteins that help the body clear the virus faster and reduce symptoms when given soon after diagnosis. Banner Health is currently providing these treatments based on a referral from your doctor or Urgent Care physician. In order to qualify to receive this treatment, you must test positive for COVID-19 and be less than 10 days from onset of symptoms. To learn more visit: https://www.bannerhealth.com/staying-well/health-and-wellness/wellness/covid/treatment BANNERHEALTH.COM COVID-19 Treatment | Staying Well

AJ Rodriguez is 4-years-old and an only child. His parents have been working on teaching him the importance of giving back to others. Among his contributions to the community, AJ has made sandwiches and delivered them to Tucson’s homeless population and on Thursday, he donated crayons and coloring books to the children and families at Diamond Children’s. Thank you AJ! You are truly an inspiration of what a difference one person, no matter how big or small, can make!

From KOLD News 13: Dr. Chan Lowe, division chief of pediatrics at Banner – University Medicine, shares details on pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations at Diamond Children’s. He urges families to watch for symptoms and seek treatment, sooner than later. You can watch the interview here: https://bit.ly/3pmRls9 KOLD.COM Diamond Children’s Medical Center reports rise in pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations

Have you heard of an eye stroke? “An eye stroke is a term used to describe different conditions causing vision loss due to poor blood flow to the eye,” said Kunyong Xu, MD, clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson. “It can occur when there are blockages in the arteries or veins that supply blood to the retina. Learn about retinal artery occlusion from our blog post here: https://bit.ly/3qynvkg

The Donor Network of Arizona featured our own Leslie Brown, a nurse at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson, in a blog that shared her contributions in working with the lifesaving network. Leslie, an Arizona native, played softball for the University of Arizona. The prevailing spirit of teamwork she enjoyed so thoroughly as an athlete ultimately led her to a career in health care. Today, Brown is a mother of two, sits on the Donor Collaborative Committee as a liaison between the emergency department and Donor Network of Arizona (DNA). We are proud to have her on our team, working to coordinate donations and save countless lives. You are inspiration to us all! Read Leslie's story here: https://www.dnaz.org/lifesaver-leslie-brown-rn-banner-university-medical-center-tucson/

Pima County Health Department: The Banner vaccination site at Kino has changed its opening hour of operation from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. beginning Monday, Feb. 1. Patients who had appointments scheduled for first doses between 8-9 a.m., will be rescheduled the same day or at their earliest convenience beginning Monday, Feb. 1, at the Kino site. Patients who were scheduled during the 8-9 a.m. hour for their second dose will be rescheduled within the recommended vaccine window for their second dose, at their convenience at the Kino site. Read the full announcement: https://webcms.pima.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169... WEBCMS.PIMA.GOV Pima County

Our fabulous mom doctors, Crystal Pacanowski and Melissa Zukowski are featured panelists during a live stream Facebook event happening today with the Copper Courier, a statewide electronic news publication, at 11 a.m. Drs. Pacanowski and Zukowski will share their personal experience in being vaccinated, provide research based information about the vaccines, particularly related to pregnant women and fertility and share why it was important for them as doctors and mothers to be vaccinated. Here’s the link to view the panel: https://www.facebook.com/CopperCourier/posts/747476896189183

There is a nationwide and local need for recovered COVID-19 patients to become plasma donors. The donated plasma is used as part of the treatment protocol for COVID-19 patients. The donated plasma of those who have completely recovered from COVID-19 may have immune-boosting antibodies in their blood called convalescent plasma, which could be used to treat critically ill COVID-19 patients. A single plasma donation can be used for multiple patients. Recovered COVID-19 patients in Tucson can register directly with American Red Cross. Red Cross: call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/dlp/plasma-donations-from-recovered-covid-19-patients.html REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG Plasma Donations from Recovered COVID-19 Patients

From the Pima County Health Department: The Pima County Health Dept. has expanded the hours for their COVID-19 vaccine help line. Starting, Jan. 26, the new hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Phone number is still 520-222-0119. The help line can assist those who need help registering or those who don’t have the capability to make any kind of appointment online, where an email is required to complete the process. Staffers can help callers navigate the system, set up an email or assist them with getting an appointment if they don’t have access to email or the internet. The call center is set up in the Pima County’s Recorder’s Office. “We’re so proud to be able to step up and assist the county with this important need,” said County Recorder Gabriella Cázares-Kelly Pima County Recorder's Office. #DontMissYourShot💉 #CovidVaccine #GetVaccinated

El Doctor Marlon Guerrero participo en un una entrevista con Univision avisándole al público hispanohablante que cirugías electivas estarán nuevamente programados en los hospitales de Banner. Vea el reportaje de Silvia Sanchez aquí: https://www.univision.com/local/arizona-ktvw/coronavirus-en-arizona-van-738-561-contagios-y-12-643-muertes UNIVISION.COM Esto es lo que se sabe del coronavirus en Arizona: van 738,561 contagios incluyendo 12,643 muertes

Dr. Christian Bime, medical director of Banner – University Medical Center Tucson’s ICU, was featured in an interview with the Arizona Daily Star for a story on COVD-19 and its impact since the virus was first detected within the state a year ago. Dr. Bime is a pulmonary and critical care medicine specialists. Read the story here: https://bit.ly/2YClZC2 TUCSON.COM Scientists, physicians in Arizona reflect on year of COVID-19 pandemic

From News 4 Tucson - KVOA: Local artist, Joe Pagac, has painted a new colorful mural designed to uplift and inspire young patients receiving care at the soon-to-be-opened new pediatric oncology clinic at Diamond Children's. The project was made possible with the support of DPR Construction, the general contractor building the new pediatric hematology and oncology clinic. DPR proposed the mural’s development and facilitated all the fundraising with construction partners. The colorful mural incorporates augmented reality to make the characters come to life. The mural is painted on the wall of an adjacent parking structure and will face the window of the new clinic. Read the story here: https://bit.ly/2YA6DOi

☑️ Encourage your friends, family and coworkers to choose vaccination. Add this frame to your profile pic to show your support. Go to your profile picture on Facebook, click on the image and select update profile picture and then select add a frame, look for the Banner Health "I'm choosing or I got my COVID-19 vaccine frame" and select the appropriate frame and you're done! 😷 😎

Via Univision: El condado de Pima cuenta con una clínica especializada en el tratamiento de anticuerpos monoclonales. La doctora, Atalie Rutherford de Banner – University Medicine, asegura que se está convirtiendo en una herramienta efectiva para combatir al coronavirus. https://bit.ly/3rbc9TN UNIVISION.COM Tratamiento de anticuerpos monoclonales muestra un panorama positivo para pacientes en el condado de Pima

Still feeling hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine? Here is some myth-busting!

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect and the leading cause of infant death. A diagnosis of a CHD can be frightening for a parent-to-be. However, thanks to advancements in medical care and treatment, babies are living longer, healthier lives. Feb. 7 – 14 is Congenital Heart Defects Awareness Week and Diamond Children’s and Banner – University Medicine doctors can help you learn more about CHD, its causes and how it’s diagnosed and treated. Read more here: https://www.bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog/teach-me/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-congenital-heart-defects BANNERHEALTH.COM Diagnosis And Treatment Of Congenital Heart Defects | Banner

From KGUN 9 On Your Side: Dr. Crystal Pacanowski, an OBGYN at Banner - University Medicine, is six-months pregnant and shares the research and recommendations for pregnant women who are considering getting the COVID-19 vaccine. "My recommendation would be, as long as you're comfortable getting the vaccine, I would be vaccinated as soon as it's available to you." Read more here. https://www.kgun9.com/rebound/covid-19-vaccine-and-pregnancy-is-it-safe-to-get-the-shot KGUN9.COM COVID-19 vaccine and pregnancy: Is it safe to get the shot?

From News 4 Tucson - KVOA: The Banner – University Medicine team members at the Abrams Out-patient COVID-19 Clinic explain a treatment option that Banner provides to help the body clear the virus faster and reduce symptoms. People with a positive COVID-19 test who are experiencing mild-to-moderate COVID-19 symptoms who meet the criteria can be seen at the clinic with a referral from your doctor. Call 520-694-888, to learn more. https://bit.ly/3p5S1kt KVOA.COM South side COVID-19 clinic treating patients with monoclonal antibodies

Courtesy of DPR Construction: At the soon-to-be-opened pediatric oncology clinic at Banner Health, children receiving treatment will see views of sea life, puppies and more. Learn about the facility's new mural, which uses augmented reality to bring the characters to life: https://bit.ly/3rHguhW -- En la clínica de oncología pediátrica que se inaugurará próximamente en Banner Health los niños que reciban tratamiento observarán paisajes de vida marina, cachorros y mucho más. Aprende sobre el nuevo mural del centro, que utiliza la realidad aumentada para dar vida a los personajes: https://bit.ly/3rHguhW #Children'shospital #mural #JoePagac #Tucson #Pediatriconcology

Dr. Christian Bime, Banner - University Medicine intensive care unit medical director and pulmonologist, addresses vaccine hesitancy and the importance of providing the COVID-19 vaccine to all communities, including underrepresented communities, in a socially equitable manner. Dr. Bime is featured along with Jackie Hunter, senior director of diversity and inclusion at Banner. Watch the video here: https://bit.ly/3q8hniV

Banner – University Medicine supports the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson Gold Humanism Honor Society and The Arnold P. Gold Foundation as they celebrate compassionate patient care during Solidarity Week February 15-19! There is a poetry slam and a discussion on systemic racism and COVID-19. See the details below.

Although COVID vaccines are rolling out, we still need to keep staying safe so we can get to a time of celebration together.😷 🙌

From News 4 Tucson - KVOA: Our Banner – University Medicine ICU team members share what it has been like saving people’s lives and being there for those who lost their lives during COVID-19. Respiratory therapist Sammie Lowe, ICU nurse MacKenna DeLapp and Drs. Bhupinder Natt and Christian Bime, share that it has been an opportunity of a lifetime to serve the Tucson and southern Arizona community when their expertise was needed the most. Watch the video here: https://bit.ly/3blI5i8

Pima County Health Department vaccine delivery remains delayed, some appointments are postponed and will be rescheduled at the earliest availability of the vaccine. This currently only affects appointments scheduled at: - Banner South, beginning Feb. 19 - Tucson Medical Center, beginning Feb. 18, for some second dose appointments; - Tucson Convention Center, beginning Feb. 19 The Pima County Health Department is your resource for vaccine delivery in Pima County. Read more: https://webcms.pima.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169... WEBCMS.PIMA.GOV Pima County

KGUN 9 On Your Side asks what can families do to keep kids healthy during the pandemic? Banner – University Medicine pediatrician, Dr. Helene Felman, says families are dealing with food insecurities and financial issues--and that makes it harder to get healthier foods into the home. When it comes to solutions, Dr. Felman works with families to set goals for success. Learn more here: https://www.kgun9.com/rebound/coronavirus-stress/juvenile-obesity-during-the-pandemic KGUN9.COM Juvenile obesity during the pandemic

Still feeling hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine? Here is some myth-busting!

Although COVID vaccines are rolling out, we still need to keep staying safe so we can get to a time of celebration together.😷 🙌

Banner – University Medicine is proud to announce that 91 of our physicians made the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list for 2021! From allergy to vascular surgery, find your Top Doc details in this link: https://bit.ly/37JBk8y CASTLECONNOLLY.COM Search for Top Doctors and Hospitals - Results | Castle Connolly

March begins anniversaries of important dates related to the pandemic we have all experienced this past year. Our hearts and thoughts are always with those whom we have lost and those who have suffered and may still be suffering symptoms from this virus. We are incredibly proud of all that our Banner organization has accomplished to care for our communities. We are in awe of the sacrifices, dedication and skill our healthcare heroes on the frontlines and their leaders have displayed. To honor their dedication, we took a moment to reflect on the past year and its impact on the work and personal lives of our team members. We look forward to the days ahead when our lives will become more normal; please continue to help us get there by wearing your mask and getting vaccinated when it is your turn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_-z4pHGADU YOUTUBE.COM BUMC Co video D3

Banner – University Medicine pediatrician, Dr. Helene Felman, shares the effects of COVID-19 on children. Read the KGUN 9 On Your Side story here: https://bit.ly/2MWQUGK KGUN9.COM Pandemic impact on teens

Today we honor the Exceptional Women in Medicine named by Castle Connolly, including several of our own Banner- University Medicine physicians. The award recognizes physicians who have greatly contributed to health care through clinical care, research, community services, education and leadership, but those also those who have improved health care outcomes for issues specific to women. See who made the list here: https://www.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=17663&i=694948&p=56&ver=html5 #womensday #womenshistorymonth #women #internationalwomensday #womenempowerment

News 4 Tucson - KVOA featured Taylor Acedo from the Banner - University Medicine culinary team in their COVID-19 Heroes story project. Taylor spoke about the culinary team’s work in creating processes to keep our patients safe while providing them with the nutrition they need to heal: https://kvoa.com/coronavirus-coverage/heroes/2021/03/01/heroes-of-covid-19-hospital-food-service/ KVOA.COM Heroes of COVID-19: Hospital Food Service

Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and its new tower were featured in HealthCare Snapshots Magazine/website. The story details the attention to human-centered design, the creation of a healing environment and the use of energy and water conservation strategies. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3cMBYns HEALTHCARESNAPSHOTS.COM Banner University Medical Center Tucson - New Patient Tower & Renovation - Healthcare Snapshots

It is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and Dr. Valentine Nfonsam, Banner specialist in colon and rectal surgery, colorectal cancer and complex pelvic floor disorders, shares the following risks associated with colorectal cancer. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Nfonsam visit: https://bit.ly/3s1aeSs #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth | #GetScreened #TomorrowCantWait #ColorectalCancer #ColonCancer

From BizTucson Magazine: The colorectal oncology team at the University of Arizona Cancer Center and Banner - University Medicine has earned accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer. One of only 20 accredited rectal cancer programs in the nation and the only NAPRC-accredited institution in Arizona, the UArizona Cancer Center and Banner team met the rigorous standards needed to gain the national rectal cancer accreditation. The accreditation could not be more timely as March is colorectal cancer awareness month. https://bit.ly/2NrlcBM #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth | #GetScreened #TomorrowCantWait #ColorectalCancer #ColonCancer BIZTUCSON.COM UArizona Cancer Center Becomes One of 20 in U.S. to Earn National Rectal Cancer Accreditation - BizTUCSON

Dr. Mohammad El-Ghanem, co-director of Banner – University Medical Center Tucson’s Comprehensive Stroke Center shares the latest minimally invasive treatments, those that can be done using smaller incisions, less risk and faster recovery, for brain, neck and spine conditions. Watch his Making the Rounds presentation here to learn more: https://youtu.be/nssrS3cs0A0

From KTAR News 92.3: COVID-19 related anxiety is the most common concern shared by patients who are having difficulty with sleep, according to Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy, medical director of the Center for Sleep Disorders at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson. Dr. Parthasarathy shares tips on how to improve sleep quality and includes information on how to participate in a national sleep study. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3vQtHHY KTAR.COM UArizona professor explains how to help sleep issues from COVID anxiety

Irma Amaya and Junius Harvey are two of many heroes on the Banner environmental team and News 4 Tucson - KVOA honored them and others in their field for their work to keep our patients safe during the COVID pandemic. Thank you Irma, Junius and everyone on our environmental health services team for everything you do so wonderfully well! https://bit.ly/3lr3oTP KVOA.COM Environmental services workers are local hidden heroes of COVID-19 pandemic

KGUN 9 On Your Side shares the story of Blanca Loera and her baby Violeta, born weighing 1.7 lbs. Violeta was born 17 weeks early at Diamond Children’s Medical Center after her mother was treated for preeclampsia. Violeta was hospitalized for four months and Blanca for three weeks. While caring for Violeta in the hospital, Blanca did not have the opportunity to plan for her newborn’s eventual home care needs so the Diamond Children’s Medical Center team reached out to 5-2-0 SXS for help. 5-2-0 SXS is a local Tucson off-road club who are committed to community giving and donating to the hospitalized children and families at Diamond Children’s. The club came through for Blanca and her family donating a crib, clothing, diapers, toys and even helped to fix Blanca’s car. Watch KGUN’s heartwarming story here: https://bit.ly/3vE8h0u KGUN9.COM Tucson off-roading group lends helping hand to mom-in-need

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and our partners at the Arizona Cancer Center are inviting you to participate in their 2021 Col-Chella Festival! This month long “festival” will focus on colorectal cancer (CRC) symptoms, screening methods, and risk factors/prevention. They will have guests from across the state to answer your questions and share their experiences. All presentations will be in English and Spanish. #CancerFreeAZ #ColChella Marzo es el mes de concientización sobre el cáncer de colon y nuestros colaboradores del Centro de Cáncer en Arizona los invita a participar in su 2021 Col-Chella Festival. ¡Estás invitado a participar en el Festival Col-Chella 2021! Este “festival” de un mes de duración se centrará en los síntomas del cáncer colorrectal, los métodos de detección y los factores de riesgo / prevención. Tendrán invitados de todo el estado para responder a sus preguntas y compartir sus experiencias. Todas las presentaciones serán en inglés y español. #CancerFreeAZ #ColChella

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