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/3hMPBoi
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/367aSG8.
When Friday night workouts become Saturday morning aches, our Orthopaedic specialists are ready. We’re open Saturdays from 8 – 10 a.m. Just walk in — no appointment needed. See locations and details at https://bit.ly/3kDnqsO
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/304g0XL.
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/2ZZ8UUu.
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/3mQZ1C2
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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/3nOagvp or by calling (412) DOCTORS.
Did you know that worldwide, fractures related to osteoporosis affect one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50? Schedule your appointment with the AHN Osteoporosis Clinic team today by calling 412-267-6200.
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.
Osteoporosis weakens bones and leads to fractures. It causes severe disability. But osteoporosis can be detected early. It can be treated.
Take this short assessment to see if you’re at risk, and contact our Osteoporosis Clinic at 412-267-6200 to schedule your appointment. https://bit.ly/3jS59ba
When Friday night workouts become Saturday morning aches, our Orthopaedic specialists are ready. We’re open Saturdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Just walk in — no appointment needed. See locations and details at https://bit.ly/30OtfMi
When Friday night workouts become Saturday morning aches, our Orthopaedic specialists are ready. We’re open Saturdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Just walk in — no appointment needed. See locations and details at https://bit.ly/3mzptPG
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.
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/3jzUocz
There’s still time to PINKOUT your calendar and book your mammogram. Visit https://bit.ly/31DD5kP 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.
If your little goblin is looking forward to trick-or-treat this year, here are some tips to keep them safe.👻🎃 https://bit.ly/3kosuBw
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/3mfiPhD
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/3qaYaNV
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/3q1CyUk
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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/3610M94
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 💙💚💙💚
