Author: St. Elizabeth Healthcare

For years, we were told that cholesterol is bad. It spurred a whole industry of low-cholesterol foods. As it turns out, not all cholesterol is bad. Kevin Miller, MD, a Cardiologist at the Florence Wormald Heart and Vascular Institute at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, provides a deep dive into what you need to know about cholesterol. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance that’s found in all cells of the body. It helps build cells, among its many functions. It’s carried through the bloodstream by proteins called lipoproteins. This is where the division between “good cholesterol” and the bad starts…

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For the fastest journey ever to the paradise island of Capri, look no further than Susan Olayinka’s recipe for fresh tomato and mozzarella salad. Click the link for the full recipe. https://www.tastingtable.com/654626/fresh-tomato-and-mozzarella-salad-recipe/

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St. Elizabeth Healthcare has recently been recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a Gold Safe Sleep Hospital for its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep. This certification is awarded by Cribs for KidsÒ, a national organization committed to baby sleep safety. We sat down with Stefanie Clarke, Educator in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), to learn more about this designation and why it matters for local families considering St. Elizabeth for birthing care. Earning the Safe Sleep Designation Achieving this designation was not an overnight process – it took Stefanie and…

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April 1 is usually a day filled with good-natured fun. But for Alicia and Nick Eads, that day in 2010 took a more serious turn. Alicia was 20 weeks pregnant with twins, and she started having painful pre-term contractions. The couple, who had already lost two pregnancies, rushed to the Labor and Delivery Triage at St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital. To be cautious, physicians immediately told Alicia to stay off her feet and reduce her stress. “The doctors put me on bedrest and started me on medicine to stop me from having contractions,” says the now 42-year-old mother of three. “They…

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Loaded and refreshing Italian Pasta Salad! Made with tender pasta, smoked salami, fresh veggies and herbs, two types of cheese, and a tangy homemade Italian dressing.

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Finding your purpose can feel exhilarating, overwhelming or a little bit of both. We all crave a meaningful life that has a sense of purpose and worth. However, many people feel stuck in their day-to-day lives and struggle to discover their life purpose. No matter what stage of life or situation you’re in, there are three steps you can take to find your life purpose and the benefits of finding it. Step 1. Recognizing How a Sense of Purpose Can Benefit Your Health It may not be surprising to learn that people who feel they are living a meaningful life…

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As an athletic trainer, Mike Quinn is passionate about health, fitness and keeping people safe and injury-free. So, it’s no surprise this 54-year-old dad volunteers for his 14-year-old daughter’s soccer team. What is surprising is that his commitment to keeping kids safe ended up saving his own life. After helping the girls warm up for practice one day in early March, Mike decided to go for a run. He stretched in the parking lot and set off on his run. After only a short distance, he collapsed. He’d had a heart attack. “I was at the far edge of the…

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The chilly winds and dropping temperatures can only mean one thing – cold and flu season is approaching. It’s a time when we brace ourselves for the seasonal onslaught of coughs, sneezes, fever and body aches. And it’s important to be prepared. At St. Elizabeth, technology makes it easier than ever to seek medical care without leaving the comfort of your home. You can avoid traffic and transportation hassles by using our Video Visits On Demand service. We understand the inconvenience and discomfort that cold and flu symptoms can bring. That’s why we encourage you to use virtual health –…

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What Is Interventional Pain Management and Is It Right for You? If you experience back, neck or knee pain, you know it can get in the way of everyday life. Over 20 million suffer from chronic pain in the U.S. Often this chronic pain doesn’t go away with traditional pain management, such as over-the-counter medicine, physical therapy or lifestyle changes. For many in this situation, interventional pain management may help. Interventional pain management is a medical specialty that uses safe and effective advanced techniques and minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat chronic pain. The goal is to reduce pain…

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