Thank you to all who came out for our free children's mask and backpack giveaway over the weekend! We gave away over 5000 children's masks and 100 backpacks filled with school supplies. We hope you all are staying safe and healthy during this time. 🧡
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/
Social justice, it's our mission. Lloyd Dean and Caretha Coleman discuss systemic racism, its unjust health consequences—in terms of access, care, and outcomes. FULL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/3Z_1mlHOTbc
On this day, we join in remembrance for all the lives lost 19 years ago on September 11, 2001. "If we learn nothing else from this tragedy, we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.” Sandy Dahl, wife of Flight 93 pilot Jason Dahl. #WeRemember #NeverForget
Did you know that September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month? Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, occurs when the upper chambers of the heart, or atria, beat rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner. This affects blood flow and some patients experience a "fluttering" or hummingbird feeling in the chest. Dr. Micah Roberts joins us from Dignity Health Medical Group - Golden Empire Cardiology to discuss heart rhythm disorders and treatment options. If you've got questions, he's got the answers. Click the link to listen to our Hello Healthy Podcast now! https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/about-us/hello-healthy-podcast
We're now offering our Stroke Support Group, virtually! This virtual gathering is open to anyone who has suffered a stroke as well as family and caregivers. It will be offered the 2nd Wednesday of every month. We hope you'll join us! Registration is required. To register, contact Melanie Morris at 209.564.5181 or Melanie.Morris@dignityhealth.org.
Mercy Home Health is hosting a "Say Boo to the Flu" drive-thru flu shot clinic this Saturday, October 24th, from 10am-2pm at Mercy Medical Center's Family Care Clinic! Each child will receive a Halloween goodie bag with a craft, toy and treat! We hope to see you there!
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
When there was a need, our community stepped up. And for that, we are forever grateful. 🧡 #HumankindnessLivesInMerced
COVID-19 has left many considering delaying health checkups, screenings, and treatments out of fear of catching the virus. In this Hello Healthy podcast, Paulina Bruns, Patient Navigator at the Mercy UC Davis Cancer Center, shares why patients with cancer shouldn’t delay care, as well as what the Cancer Center is doing to ensure patient safety during the pandemic. To subscribe or listen to our full library of podcasts, click here: https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/about-us/hello-healthy-podcast
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/38eyBoT
It’s #ElectionDay! You can find your polling place, get non-partisan information on candidates and more at https://dignityhlth.org/3kVGMKi. Your voice is powerful. Show its strength at the polls today. #Vote
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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
With #COVID-19 cases surging in many areas of the country, CommonSpirit Health CEO Lloyd Dean spoke with Axios recently about how hospitals have worked hard to prepare, and how wearing a mask is the most important thing you can do to help. #wearamask https://dignityhlth.org/35Thx57
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Podcast: How hospitals are prepping for the latest COVID-19 surge
It's not goodbye, it's see ya later! Teresa has been a nurse for 33 years and for 20 of those years she's been employed at Dignity Health. We are so sad to see her go but excited for this new chapter in her life. Congratulations, Teresa!! 🎉🧡
No, we're not kitten you, it's National Cat Day! 🐈 😍 We'd like to take a moment to recognize our staff's purrrfectly pawed friends for all the entertainment they continually provide.
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.
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.
Studies show that a majority of #HumanTrafficking victims encounter health care providers. We have identified hundreds of patients at high risk in the past few years alone. Watch Jazmyn’s story. #HumanTraffickingAwareness
Myth: The vaccine isn’t safe.
Truth: COVID-19 vaccines were tested in large clinical trials with a diverse group of individuals to make sure they meet safety standards. There were no significant safety concerns identified. We will not administer a COVID-19 vaccine unless the FDA has determined it is safe and effective.
