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Our latest Smart Living newsletter is now out. Learn how to boost your brain and your immune system, along with guidelines for helping prevent a "twindemic." https://bit.ly/2G2rxQd
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Smart Living: An Ounce of Prevention
Happy First Birthday to the Seraph-McSparren Pediatric Inpatient Center! As we mark the anniversary with a photo from the opening of this special area of Lancaster General Hospital in September 2019, we are grateful to the community who funded the Center and the Child Life Program through generous acts of philanthropy. Learn more at https://soar.lghealth.org/
We recently resumed pursuit of a major expansion of the Lancaster General Hospital Emergency Department, which was temporarily on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 40,000-square-foot ED expansion along Duke Street will help address increasingly high demand for emergency services throughout the region. https://bit.ly/2Ew39Gf
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Expansion Project Plans Updated to Expedite Delivery of Enhanced Emergency Services for Region – Lancaster General Hospital
Don't miss our GET COMFORTABLE WITH CANCER virtual event, Tues., Sept. 29 at 7pm: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/GetComfortable.
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Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute Virtual Event 2020
Tonight at 7pm, endocrinologist Dr. Meena Venigalla of LG Health Physicians Diabetes & Endocrinology, will discuss the health impacts of Vitamin D on WITF’s radio show ‘Smart Talk’: https://bit.ly/37614wE
A National Dessert Day feature from LG Health Executive Chef Ed Long: Could there be a reason STRESSED spelled backwards is DESSERTS? Well, Ed has a recipe that just may relieve a little bit of the stress so many people are facing right now...and without the high fat and cholesterol of many desserts. https://bit.ly/342nj4J
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Dad’s Better-For-You Chocolate Mousse Tartlet – Lancaster General Hospital
The LG Health Heart & Vascular Institute has one of the only teams in the country pairing a vascular surgeon and an interventional cardiologist to perform TCAR--a minimally invasive stenting procedure to prevent stroke: https://bit.ly/3iR9KJr
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Lancaster General Hospital Completes 100th TCAR Surgery – PR News
We're going pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Have you scheduled your mammogram? https://bit.ly/30YSEDa
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health is excited to announce the opening of Penn Fertility Care – Lancaster General Health on Monday, Oct. 19.
Located at 2112 Suite 110, Lancaster, the new practice specializes in diagnosing and treating the full range of fertility and reproductive conditions for couples, individuals and the LGBTQ community. Learn more, including how to schedule an appointment: https://bit.ly/36XnBLL
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We're proud to partner with Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County to raise awareness: https://youtu.be/T2ewL5PtsRI
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Domestic Violence Services - Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Although there is no magic bullet to absolutely prevent anybody from getting breast cancer, medical oncologist Dr. Elizabeth Horenkamp says there are simple lifestyle changes you can make now to reduce your risk: https://bit.ly/2HEiZjl
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4 Healthy Living Tips to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk – Lancaster General Hospital
Today is World Stroke Day. Stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the second leading cause of death. But strokes can be prevented by minimizing risk factors. And if a stroke happens, quick treatment can reduce disability chances and save lives.
Lancaster General Hospital is recognized for its exceptional stroke care, consistently earning the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines quality achievement award. Learn more about stroke prevention and treatment at http://www.lghealth.org/lp/stroke/
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Tuc To to LG Health Physicians Internal Medicine. A graduate of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Dr. To completed his residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center. As an internist, he specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions in adults. Make an appointment with Dr. To at 717-544-3191. https://bit.ly/3dRSL8K
Information overload can be especially challenging for cancer patients.
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How to Avoid Cancer Information Overload – Lancaster General Hospital
Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute
October 24 at 7:30 AM ·
For some people, hearing a diagnosis a cancer from your doctor can be almost numbing. Dr. Randall Oyer, medical director of the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, offers guidance on how to stay informed and actively participate in your cancer treatment without drowning in information. https://bit.ly/3kghwxM
Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute
October 24 at 7:30 AM ·
For some people, hearing a diagnosis a cancer from your doctor can be almost numbing. Dr. Randall Oyer, medical director of the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, offers guidance on how to stay informed and actively participate in your cancer treatment without drowning in information. https://bit.ly/3kghwxM
Ladies--an important reminder: Mammograms save lives. Don't delay this important screening to detect breast cancer early, when most treatable. Schedule online today: https://bit.ly/3naiHki
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Our Blood Donor Center is in need of ALL blood types, especially O- and B+. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges in maintaining our blood supply. If you can help, please schedule a donation time online or call us at 717-544-0170. As a thank-you, donors receive a free mask, hand sanitizer, and $5 Sheetz gift card. https://bit.ly/34AWGnB
During the holiday season, it's important for older adults to stay on top of everyday health and safety practices. Despite the pandemic, Jeannette Eddowes, CRNP, MSN--who offers geriatric care at LG Health Physicians SPECIALTY MEDICINE--says with some intentional planning and practice, it can still be a wonderful time of the year.
Our Specialty Medicine practice allows patients to receive collaborative care among behavioral health, cardiology, diabetes/endocrinology, geriatrics and pain management specialists at one convenient location in Lititz. https://bit.ly/3m46YCT
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Holiday S-A-F-E-T-Y Tips for Seniors – Lancaster General Hospital
3 important points to remember as we work together to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Thank you Cornwall Elementary School students for sharing your wonderful messages of appreciation and hope with us and other frontline workers. https://bit.ly/3o7DtAF
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Thanksgiving 2020
Gifts to the Child Life program at our Seraph-McSparren Pediatric Inpatient Center help children cope with the stress and uncertainly of illness and hospitalization. The Child Life Specialists have compiled a Wish List online registry: https://bit.ly/3fNTQzq
Get daily updates on COVID-19 data for Lancaster General Health. Wearing masks in public, social distancing, and effective hand washing are essential to slowing the spread of infection and protecting our community’s overall health. https://bit.ly/3moDK1O
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Got turkey? Our lighter version of this classic dish is the perfectly delicious way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers. https://bit.ly/2IKNXqE
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Turkey Tetrazzini – Lancaster General Hospital
A gag between Lancaster General Hospital emergency room doctors Bret Levy and James Medina to have Dr. Levy cut his beard into a distinctive “monkey tail” design raised $8,400 for Lancaster County Food Hub. The two are now trying to reach $10,000 to help feed and clothe local families. http://bit.ly/3tLOonu
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Lancaster General doctors raise $8,400 for Lancaster County Food Hub off of 'monkey tail' beard bet
As he began his recovery from a heart attack during the pandemic, Jio made healthy lifestyle changes his team at the Heart Group of Lancaster General Health recommended (sometimes virtually) and encouraged his family members to do the same. http://bit.ly/3oEO0nQ
#OurHearts #AmericanHeartMonth
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Jio's Story – Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster General Hospital is proud to be named among Healthgrades’ 50 Top Hospitals. Healthgrades' three 2021 America's Best Hospitals lists feature the 50, 100 and 250 best hospitals, which represent the top 1%, 2% and 5% of hospitals in the nation, respectively. Healthgrades used 2017-19 Medicare data to evaluate the performance of nearly 4,500 U.S. hospitals in the treatment of 32 conditions and procedures, including heart attack, pneumonia and sepsis. http://bit.ly/3aVaNWy
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American Heart Association guidelines define high blood pressure as 130/80. This means almost half of U.S. adults are considered to have high blood pressure, or hypertension, placing them at elevated risk for heart attack and stroke. The good news, according to The Heart Group's Dr. David Scher, is you can reduce your risk by making simple lifestyle changes and monitoring your blood pressure at home. https://bit.ly/36rsr34
#OurHearts #AmericanHeartMonth
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What Are High Blood Pressure Numbers? – Lancaster General Hospital
Happy National Pizza Day! Check out our Pizza with Cauliflower Crust. It's delish and low-carb, with a gluten-free alternative to the traditional flour crust. https://bit.ly/3fkal4I
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Good ‘n healthy Cauliflower Crust Pizza - Lancaster General Health | Penn Medicine
COVID-19 Vaccine Myths and Facts: We're addressing some common misconceptions and other messages concerning the vaccine. Scroll through these images to stay informed and have your questions answered. ⬇️
