Humankindness can come from anyone at any time. Very little planning is required, if any at all. Its spontaneity is proof that there is good inside us all. #Hellohumankindness
No olvides hacer tu parte para reducir la propagación de COVID-19!
Happy National Good Neighbor Day! One way you can show some love for your neighbors is by protecting them from COVID-19. Remember, you can slow the spread of COVID-19 in your community by wearing a face mask, practicing social distancing and washing your hands!
Our mission compels us to pursue social justice for all. Our organization's CEO, 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/
This week, many Americans are mourning the loss of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg who recently passed away due to complications from pancreatic cancer. Justice Ginsburg will be remembered as a trailblazer on the high court, and for courageously battling this disease.
This year alone, the American Cancer Society estimates 57,600 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the U.S. As with all cancers, early detection is key along with knowing the signs, symptoms and risk factors.
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Ginsburg v. cancer was a 'remarkable fight': RBG battled five bouts of cancer over two decades
Here at Dignity Health, which is part of CommonSpirit Health, our mission is rooted in kindness. Hear from our organization’s CEO, Lloyd Dean, in the video below.
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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://hellohumankindness.org/
Physical therapists play an important role in a patient’s recovery. Here at St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center, we have a skilled team of physical therapists who help patients refine the skills they need to return home safely! #PhysicalTherapyAwarenessMonth
This October, we encourage you to help us recognize National Liver Awareness Month by acting early to prevent liver disease. Nearly 39,000 Americans are diagnosed with liver cancer each year. Liver cirrhosis, a late stage of chronic liver disease, is known to lead to liver cancer in some patients. Risk factors leading to cirrhosis can include chronic viral hepatitis, obesity, alcoholism, and certain inherited genetic disorders.
Prevention and early detection are key for successful outcomes. To learn more about what employers can do to help prevent liver cancer among their workforce, register for this free webinar which is set to take place this Thursday, Oct. 22: https://healthyazworksites.org/events/liver-cancer-prevention-worldwide-national-and-local-trends/.
It’s #WorldFoodDay and we want to give a big shout out to our amazing hospital nutrition teams! Thank you for providing healthy meals to our patients and staff. 🧡
🧼🖐️🚿 We know. We know. You already know how to wash your hands, right?
But on this Global #HandwashingDay, we remind you that it takes more than simply soap and water. Experts say that we need to scrub our hands for at least 20 seconds (the amount of time it takes to hum your ABCs twice) to keep from getting sick.
Many of the steps you take to slow the spread of COVID-19 can also help protect you from other respiratory illnesses, like the flu! Help keep yourself and others healthy this flu season by getting your flu shot, and continuing to wear a mask, keep your hands clean and practice social distancing. #MaskUp #LatherUp #SleeveUp
How it started vs. how it's going.
In 1895, the Sisters of Mercy opened St. Joseph’s Sanitarium in a humble six-bedroom cottage in Phoenix. Over the last 125 years, the Sister’s mission has drastically grown. Now, patients from around the world seek expert medical care at hospitals in both Phoenix and Glendale.
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness month this November, our experts at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Norton Thoracic Institute want to remind you that a lung cancer screening could save your life, or the life of someone you love. Learn more about this test at https://dignityhlth.org/38gQ0gv.
#lcam #livingwithlungcancer #lungcancerresearch
IT’S OFFICIAL: We are excited to announce that Dignity Health and Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) have formed an affiliation.
Our organizations share a special piece of history dating back to a time before Arizona was even a state! In the 1890s, the Sisters of Mercy founded the first hospital in Phoenix - our own Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center - AND the very first hospital in Prescott! While the health care landscapes have drastically grown over time in both areas, the commitment to creating healthier communities has not wavered. This partnership will allow Dignity Health in Arizona and YRMC to further the Sisters’ mission of providing compassionate and expert health care to all Arizonans.
Get the full story here: https://dignityhlth.org/34PKT4Z
Halloween is almost here! 🎃 Don’t forget to dress up your costume with a cloth or medical mask! As a reminder – a costume mask doesn’t replace the need for a protective mask and both should not be worn at the same time. #HappyHalloween
Now more than ever, our respiratory care team deserves a big thank you! Over the last several months, our respiratory therapists have been providing expert care to patients suffering from COVID-19 and other respiratory conditions. Their hard work is appreciated today and every day. #RespiratoryCareWeek
We are grateful for the brave men and women who help keep our communities safe! Thank you for all you do. #NationalFirstRespondersDay
Halloween is sneaking up on us and that means it’s time to say BOO to the flu! Help scare away the influenza virus by getting your flu shot before October 31. 🎃👻 To find a vaccination location near you, click here: https://dignityhlth.org/3owh5Cf
This last year may have felt like #GroundhogDay for many of us, but we’re here to encourage you to stay the course when it comes to slowing the spread of COVID-19! Please remember to wear a mask, wash your hands, social distance, and safely enjoy the next six weeks of winter.
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Did Punxsutawney Phil give a pandemic-stressed nation some hope on Groundhog Day? https://bit.ly/3ao74kl
Did you know nearly half of American adults have some form of cardiovascular disease? That’s according to statistics from the American Heart Association. Luckily, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of contracting heart disease. #AmericanHeartMonth
❤️ Maintain a healthy weight & diet
❤️ Stay active & exercise regularly
❤️ Quit smoking
Miedo a las vacunas? El Dr. Dr. Omar González, especialista en enfermedades infecciosas y epidemiólogo de Dignity Health in Arizona, fue uno de los primeros en recibir la vacuna de COVID-19, espera que su positiva experiencia con la vacuna le ayude asegurarle que las vacunas han sido estudiadas y revisadas minuciosamente, y que son seguras. Al igual que cualquier vacuna, le recomendamos que platique con su médico sobre cualquier inquietud que pueda tener. Para mayor información, visite https://dignityhlth.org/3tdhSdJ
Vaccine fears? Infectious disease consultant and hospital epidemiologist for Dignity Health in Arizona, Dr. Omar Gonzalez was one of the first in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. He hopes his positive vaccine experience will help assure you that the vaccines have been thoroughly studied and reviewed, and that they are safe. As with any vaccine, we urge you to discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor.
For more info, visit: https://dignityhlth.org/3ae3Xex
A majority of #HumanTrafficking victims will encounter health care providers at some point during their trafficking. In the past few years alone, hundreds of at-risk patients have been identified across the country. Jazmyn, a survivor and Associate Director at SF SafeHouse, shares her story. #HumanTraffickingAwareness
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
Alysha Berger is part of the Mission Integration team at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. She and her team are dedicated to furthering Dignity Health’s healing mission, especially throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, by providing emotional and spiritual support to our patients and health care workers. Alysha says she decided to get the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as it was available to her in an effort to protect those around her: “For me, it’s about the community and the greater good, so that’s why I decided to get the COVID-19 vaccine.”
