When and how often should you undergo screening for breast cancer? It depends on who you ask. Many medical societies advocate starting annual breast cancer screening at age 40. But there are subtle variations in their guidelines, which has led to much confusion. For example, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) lowered its long-recommended … Read more
The best way to stay healthy is the same for everyone: eat a balanced diet, get enough sleep and exercise, minimize stress, use sunscreen, don’t smoke, and talk to your doctor about changes or concerns you have. Even if you’re otherwise healthy, everyone should be screened for high blood pressure and diabetes. Once you enter … Read more
Recently, I had the privilege to speak with Melora Ferron, Vice President of Learning & Development at Indiana University Health, about my journey as a health care professional and leader for JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration. We talked about my career which began at the bedside as a neonatal ICU nurse to where I … Read more
The good news is that pickleball, a hybrid of ping pong, badminton, and tennis, and the fastest-growing sport in America, has activated millions of Americans, including people older than 50, who are typically one of the country’s more sedentary age groups. The Sports and Fitness Industry Association noted that participation in the sport doubled in … Read more
Stamford Health Volunteer Spotlight: Tina Stietzel Stamford Health is thankful for the many volunteers that make a difference at the hospital every day. Our staff ensures that our volunteers are well-matched and well-recognized for their individual strengths and talents, with a fit for everyone — from teenagers to adults! Today, we’re spotlighting Tina Stietzel, who … Read more
Earlier this summer, I was overwhelmed with media requests. The air was hazy due to wildfires in Canada and air quality alerts were urging people in our area to stay inside. As the associate director for pulmonary and critical care at Stamford Health, people were coming to me for advice – and I was more … Read more
Meet Harrison, Stamford Health’s new facility therapy dog! By Cynthia Tanacea and Courtney Stupak At Stamford Health, our person-centered approach to care is front and center of everything we do – for our patients, visitors, and staff. Navigating health care and walking into a hospital for the first time can be stressful – and sometimes … Read more
September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month and while many have heard of these cancers, some may not be aware of the symptoms or risk factors. Gynecologic cancer is cancer of the female reproductive organs — the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina, and vulva. The most common gynecologic cancers are: endometrial, ovarian, and cervical. Each of these … Read more
Fall is here – and soon after, respiratory virus season will begin. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the past few respiratory virus seasons have been difficult to predict. When everyone was masking and mostly staying home, very low numbers of other respiratory viruses including influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) were seen. That has now … Read more
Stamford Health is thankful for the many volunteers that make a difference at the hospital every day. Our staff ensures that our volunteers are well-matched and well-recognized for their individual strengths and talents, with a fit for everyone — from teenagers to adults! Today, we’re spotlighting Daniel Lopez Monterrozo, who volunteers at a few departments … Read more