Our world has changed a lot in a short amount of time, but your health and safety remain our first priority!
#MakingCommunitesHealthier #ProvidenceHealth
Free COVID-19 testing in Fairfield, October 1st and 2nd! If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have come in close contact with someone who tested positive, it is recommended that you get tested.
#SlowTheSpreadSC
The Providence Structural Heart is leading the way by implanting the first WATCHMAN FLX device in the Midlands and becoming one of just 100 sites across the nation to be chosen to participate in the Champion-AF trial! We are #ProvidenceProud of the work this team is doing! Visit http://ow.ly/S9Mv50BCXDj to learn more.
Team members:
First Row (L-R) Dr. Bryan May, Colin Pries;
Back Row (L-R) Jen Carlson, John Gilliam, Susan Frisch, Dr. Loren Morgan, Jimmy Kelly, Lisa Sand
Fall is flu shot season! Don’t let the flu slow you down this fall and winter. Read up on why – as COVID-19 continues – getting vaccinated against the flu is more important than ever, as well as tips on additional ways to help prevent the flu this season.
http://ow.ly/GCnw50BA3sQ
#FluSeason #StayHealthy
As we continue to put the health and safety of our patients and employees at the forefront, your care may look different than usual. When you visit, you’ll notice our staff wearing a variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) during your time with us. Check out some of what you may see them wearing and rest assured that it’s just another way we’re working to keep everyone safe and promote a healthy community for all. #DontFearOurSafetyGear
Providence Health is honoring our roots and living our mission today! We recognize today, September 24th, as our Founders Day! To learn more about how Providence Health was founded, visit http://ow.ly/oV5r50BAkkJ.
Be sure to check out our "Honoring Our Roots" video: https://youtu.be/UXaJ4oyAbhU.
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Honoring Our Roots 2020 Video
Wash your hands. Observe social distancing. Wear a mask. Three simple actions that can help you protect yourself and others from illness. It’s #ThreeToStayCOVIDFree #SlowTheSpread #StaySafe #StayHealthy
Our Emergency Department nurses in Fairfield during #EmergencyNurseWeek! Thank you for all you do❤️
Happy Emergency Nurses Week! This week we recognize all they do to ensure the best outcome under pressured situations and your dedication to the care of our patients. We are so appreciative of all you do.
#ThankYou
As our community continues the fight against COVID-19, it’s more important than ever for us all to be proactive about our health. A big part of that is making sure you’re vaccinated for the flu. Learn more about why you should make time for a flu shot this year and check out some other steps you can take to help protect yourself, your family and your community this flu season.
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#GetVaccinated #FluSeason #StayHealthy
Happy Sterile Processing Week! Providence Health would like to thank every Sterile Processing professional for all the hard work they do each day. With your tireless dedication, we can count on clean and sterile instruments that are used on our patients. Thank you for all you do!
Thank you EMS for all you do for our community! What you do doesn’t go unnoticed!
#ThankYou
Providence Health is partnering with the American Red Cross by hosting a blood drive at Providence Health--Fairfield Emergency Room on November 10. To schedule your appointment please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: PROVIDENCEHEALTH. You could also call Allison Balash at 803.231.0525. Donate blood and be a hero of someone’s life.
Did you know that 1 in 10 people in the U.S. have diabetes? If you aren’t living with it, there’s a good chance you know someone who is. It’s important to learn about the risks and symptoms of diabetes and what you can do to get healthier and help prevent or manage it. Talk to your provider about your risks. Need a provider? Call 800.424.DOCS or visit the Find a Doctor tab at YourProvidenceHealth.com to get connected to quality care.
#DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesMonth
Providence Health is partnering with the American Red Cross by hosting a blood drive at Providence Health--Fairfield Emergency Room on November 10. To schedule your appointment please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: PROVIDENCEHEALTH. You could also call Allison Balash at 803.231.0525. Not all heroes wear capes!
The Health Insurance Marketplace is now open! Learn more about Marketplace plans; find out if you qualify for coverage; and visit www.HealthCare.gov before December 15 to enroll in the right plan for you and your family.
#GetCovered #StayHealthy
Giving blood is one of the easiest ways you can contribute to #MakingCommunitiesHealthier. And it’s even easier when you use RapidPass and the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Learn more at redcrossblood.org and register to donate this #BloodDonationMonth. #GiveBloodSaveLives
As we look ahead to 2021, there’s much to be hopeful for in putting an end to the pandemic. Until then, let’s keep protecting ourselves and each other by wearing our masks, maintaining social distancing and practicing good hand hygiene. Learn what else you can do for your own health this year.
http://ow.ly/azCk50D1sWn
#NewYearNewYou #HappyNewYear
Some people might be over the pandemic, but we know that it’s far from over. Slowing the spread of COVID-19 still starts with us. So #MaskUp and stay safe.
Have you made any resolutions for 2020? How about a resolution to sleep better? There is a strong correlation between the quality of your sleep and the quality of your overall health. Check out these tips for improving your sleep habits and getting the rest you need to live your best life this year. And talk with your provider if you’re having continuous sleep difficulties. Need a doc? Call 800.424.3627 or visit our “Find a Doctor” tab at YourProvidenceHealth.com
http://ow.ly/EfHD50CZiFA
#Healthy2020 #SleepBetter
Today, we offer a prayer for the New Year:
#HappyNewYear #ProvidencePrays
Sometimes it's the smallest things that can have the biggest impact. Learn how laughter can have a positive effect on your heart health today. #28DaysofHeart
Yourprovidencehealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-happy-heart
As many as 50% of heart attacks have early warnings. Some #HeartAttackSigns may alert you hours or weeks in advance of the attack. Early Heart Attack Care (EHAC) education is about recognizing these early signs to save lives. Learn more at https://cpr.heart.org/en/cpr-courses-and-kits/hands-only-cpr/hands-only-cpr-resources
In the movies, you'd clutch your chest and scream for an ambulance. In real life, the onset of a heart attack isn't always so obvious. Learn about the warning signs for men. #28DaysofHeart
YourProvidenceHealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-is-it-a-sign
What does BMI mean anyway? Learn about your numbers and why they matter. Plus, a smoky risk factor you may not be aware of. #28DaysofHeart
Yourprovidencehealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-numbers-and-risk-factors
Emergencies can’t wait. Providence Health has procedures in place to protect the health and safety of our patients, staff members, and visitors. Our stringent safety protocols help prevent the spread of infectious diseases, including COVID-19, year-round. It is safe to come to the hospital whenever you need care, so please don’t put yourself or a loved one in danger by avoiding emergency treatment.
https://www.yourprovidencehealth.com/our-locations/emergency-department
#EmergenciesCantWait
Sneak some workouts into your day with these tips for incorporating simple physical activity into your daily routine. #28DaysofHeart
Yourprovidencehealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-workplace-workouts
