It's people like Jack Tobias who make this battle worth fighting. Thank you for your commitment to cancer patients in Kern County and for your Humankindness.
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STEVE FLORES: Local breast cancer survivor’s son to run solo 12-hour fundraising marathon
Kern County Cancer Foundation
September 29 at 6:11 PM ·
Today in the Bakersfield Californian, KCCF Board Member Steve Flores highlights Jack Tobias and the solo 12 hour fundraising marathon he plans to complete this Saturday as a tribute to his mom Susan and all breast cancer survivors. All proceeds benefits the Kern County Cancer Foundation. The article is below. Garces Memorial High School
https://www.bakersfield.com/columnists/steve-flores/steve-flores-local-breast-cancer-survivor-s-son-to-run-solo-12-hour-fundraising-marathon/article_eb78c700-0127-11eb-bf4c-53ed7874ab0f.html
Kern County Cancer Foundation
September 29 at 6:11 PM ·
Today in the Bakersfield Californian, KCCF Board Member Steve Flores highlights Jack Tobias and the solo 12 hour fundraising marathon he plans to complete this Saturday as a tribute to his mom Susan and all breast cancer survivors. All proceeds benefits the Kern County Cancer Foundation. The article is below. Garces Memorial High School
https://www.bakersfield.com/columnists/steve-flores/steve-flores-local-breast-cancer-survivor-s-son-to-run-solo-12-hour-fundraising-marathon/article_eb78c700-0127-11eb-bf4c-53ed7874ab0f.html
To many she’s known as the “Baby Whisperer” and to others the “Mother to all New Mothers” but to us, retired Mercy Southwest nurse Mary Stanley is the epitome of kindness, compassion and dignity. Help us congratulate Mary who was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement award from the Association of California Nurse Leaders – Kern County for her six decades of revolutionary work in childbirth education.
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Bakersfield nurse receives lifetime achievement award for her work with young mothers
Did you know there are treatment options for Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)? Dr. Jared Salvo discusses the importance of seeing a doctor if you feel you have symtpoms of AFib. #AtrialFibrillationAwarenessMonth
American Heart Association - Kern County
September 27 at 6:00 PM ·
Dr. Jared Salvo from Memorial Hospital - Bakersfield shares information about treatment for Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). Learn more --> http://spr.ly/6181GxqYX Mercy Hospital Southwest - Bakersfield Mercy Hospital Downtown - Bakersfield
We had a great turn out at our drive-thru flu shot clinic this morning at Mercy Hospital Southwest! Attendees received a free flu shot from the convenience of their vehicles. If you weren’t able to make it don’t stress, you still have two more chances. We will be at Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, September 30th from 11am-2pm and Mercy Hospital Downtown on Sunday, October 10th from 10am-12pm. We hope to see you there!
We're continuing the discussion about Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) with Dr. Jared Salvo from Memorial Hospital. Watch now to learn about the most common symptoms of AFib. #AtrialFibrillationAwarenessMonth
American Heart Association - Kern County
September 24 at 4:00 PM ·
Dr. Jared Salvo from Memorial Hospital - Bakersfield shares common symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). More --> http://spr.ly/6182Gx6QM
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Our mission compels us to pursue social justice for all. Lloyd H. Dean declares our system’s commitment to resolve the disparities of health that victimize our nation’s minorities. Learn more: https://hellohumankindness.org/
It's that time of year again! ⏰ The Dignity Health Community Wellness Program will be hosting a free drive-thru flu vaccine clinic in the parking lot of Shafter Aquatic Center (269 Poso Avenue, Shafter) on Friday, October 23, from 3-5pm. We kindly ask that you wear a face covering while receiving your shot.
As a part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Tambar from Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC) joins KGET - TV 17 Bakersfield's Studio 17 Live to discuss signs and symptoms of breast cancer. In an effort to help with early detection, CBCC will be offering free mammograms for the rest of the month. Be proactive about your health and schedule one today!
https://www.kget.com/studio17live/local-doctor-discusses-breast-cancer-signs-and-symptoms/
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Local Doctor Discusses Breast Cancer Signs and Symptoms
Humankindness is at the root of all healing—offering compassion when we need it, courage when hope seems lost, and a connection that is ever present among us all. #Hellohumankindness
Don't forget! Tomorrow, Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC) is hosting a Breast Cancer Support Group with recent breast cancer survivors, Stacey Shepard and Diane Nelson. We hope to see you there at 5:30pm in their main lobby. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
The end of Alzheimer's starts here. 💜 Today the Bakersfield Walk to End Alzheimer's takes place, and although it looks a little different this year, we know your support is needed now more than ever. Today volunteers and Alzheimer's Association staff created the iconic Promise Garden in front of Mercy Hospital Downtown. We hope that you will drive by to show support and see this beautiful sight.
Lace up your sneakers, and start walking! 👟 As a part of the 2020 American Heart Association - Kern County Heart and Stroke Walk, we are challenging you to get your steps in! Download the Heart Walk app and start tracking your steps today!
American Heart Association - Kern County
October 12 at 10:00 PM ·
Step it up for a healthier heart and mind. Join our Heart and Stroke Walk Step Challenge and track your steps via the Heart Walk app. You could be crowned our top stepper! http://spr.ly/6187Gxqth
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Each year Mercy & Memorial Hospitals hosts the Angel Baby Memorial Service to provide an opportunity for families who have lost pre-term babies, in one of our birth centers, to celebrate the life and loss of their little one. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year the memorial service is being held virtually. Please take time to pause and reflect as you watch this service.
If you would like to visit the cemetery on your own, Greenlawn Southwest is open this weekend and there are keepsake poems available at the Celebration of Life building.
The wind may have taken us by surprise, but that didn’t stop us from decorating our cars and cruising down Chester Avenue for CampIN Against Cancer. Thank you to all who came out last night to support the Kern County Cancer Fund! 🚗
If you ever wanted your advice and ideas heard, this is your chance to participate and help us better serve our community and beyond. Share your voice with us today: https://dignityhlth.org/38g2tRR
We're thankful for so many things this season, but most of all, we're thankful for this wonderful community that we serve. During the month of November, we'll be highlighting our staff as they share what they're thankful for. 🧡
Thankful Series Part 1
It’s #ElectionDay! You can find your polling place, get non-partisan information on candidates and more at https://dignityhlth.org/2TOwTSP. Your voice is powerful. Show its strength at the polls today. #Vote
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My Voice, My Vote
The memory of our loved ones lives on with each passing day, and today, we take time to recognize and honor their legacy. #DiadelosMuertos #Hellohumankindness
Hope, gratitude and thanks—those were the messages written on luminaries displayed outside of Mercy Hospital Downtown tonight. Employees were able to pause and read each thoughtful message from colleagues, patients and community members. It takes a village, and we are so grateful for ours every single day. #OperationWhiteLights
Myth: I'm planning to get pregnant, and pregnant women shouldn't get the vaccine.
Fact: Vaccinating against COVID-19 is important as pregnant women are at increased risk for severe illness if they are infected with COVID-19. Talk to your doctor about what's right for you.
The Westchester neighborhood is shining brightly for Operation White Lights! 💡 We sure are feeling the love from Kern County.
Myth: The vaccine was rushed.
Truth: Years of science and innovation have paved the way for this vaccine to be delivered quickly. Two reasons the vaccines were developed quickly are because mRNA vaccines can be produced faster than other vaccines, and researchers used existing clinical trial networks to begin conducting COVID-19 vaccine trials as soon as possible.
“As health care workers, the best thing we can do for victims of human trafficking is to act as if every patient we see has experienced some form of trauma.” Watch Julie’s story. #HumanTraffickingAwareness
Myth: I’m planning to get pregnant, and pregnant women shouldn’t get the vaccine.
Truth: Pregnancy doesn’t necessarily prevent you from getting the vaccine. Talk to your doctor about what’s best for you.
