Patient Care Bedtime Routines: Don’t Fall Behind By Lori Barrette Oct. 28, 2013 Autumn: the season that brings us crisp air, colorful leaves, and a chance to recapture that lost hour lost with the shift to Daylight Saving Time. Gaining that hour can be a treat for many, but a ...
Patient Care Life After Breast Cancer: The Survivorship Journey By Lori Barrette Oct. 18, 2013 You’ve just finished your last round of chemotherapy or radiation. Emotionally, you’ve been tested like never before. You survived! Where do you go from here?
Patient Care Morning Sickness: The Good News By Lori Barrette Oct. 15, 2013 If morning sickness—and worry over treating it—overshadows the thrill of being pregnant, you may be happy to learn that a popular nausea medication appears to be safe for both mom and baby. A major ...
Patient Care Talking with Kids About Cancer By Lori Barrette Oct. 7, 2013 One in four adults diagnosed with cancer has a child under the age of 18. While talking about a cancer diagnosis can be tough, striking a balance between open communication and easing a child’s ...
Patient Care Pink Power: Mammograms Can Save Lives By Lori Barrette Sep. 30, 2013 Though it's not a traditional fall color, when October rolls around, many of us think pink to show solidarity and support for those affected by breast cancer. Pink ribbons are also a gentle reminder ...
Patient Care Using Your Head: Safety in Sports By Lori Barrette Sep. 23, 2013 Fall sports are in full swing and for many young athletes, bumps, bruises and the occasional broken bone are considered part of the game. Fortunately, life-threatening injuries are rare. But, when ...
Patient Care Stroke: Know Your Risk and Think FAST By Lori Barrette Sep. 16, 2013 Nearly every 40 seconds, someone in America suffers a stroke. Taking good care of yourself and knowing the warning signs of stroke can help reduce your risk. And acting quickly when stroke occurs may ...
Patient Care What NOT to Do Tomorrow Morning: Skip Breakfast By Lori Barrette Sep. 9, 2013 It's often touted as the most important meal of the day but can breakfast help your heart health? Registered dietitian Kacie Cook weighs in on a study that linked eating breakfast with a ...
Patient Care Chew on This: Debating Dental Filling Safety By Lori Barrette Sep. 2, 2013 Controversy, debate and conflicting media stories have caused some confusion for adults or parents of children who need a cavity filled. Here are some facts to sink your teeth into.
Patient Care Make a Date for a Back-to-School Vision Screening By Lori Barrette Aug. 19, 2013 Don’t blink – but summer’s almost over and the mad dash to get our children ready for school is in full swing. While you’re filling up your shopping cart with school supplies and new clothes, be sure ...