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Sometimes knowing that you’re not alone is half way to the solution. LifeBridge Health sponsors many support groups like the Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group. For a list of these groups, call 410-601-WELL (9355) or go to our Community Calendar. |
Achoo!
More that 35 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies. From tree pollen in the spring and grass pollen in the summer, to ragweed pollen in the fall, some folks never get a break. Anyone unlucky enough to be allergic to mold, animal dander, dust and other indoor allergens–it’s open season all year round. To be referred to a physician that specializes in the treatment and control of allergies, call 410-601-WELL (9355). |
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Good Eats
LifeBridge Health has compiled a heart healthy recipe booklet, Buzz in the Kitchen, which is available free of charge. Recipes include salads, entrees, appetizers and desserts. For your free copy, call 410-601-WELL (9355).
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| Looking for a doctor?
Want to sign up for that blood pressure screening you read about in the newspaper? Call 410-601- WELL (9355) for help. No matter what your question or concern, when you dial 410-601-WELL, a friendly operator will direct you to the right person, place or program with the medical expertise you need
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reports the American Academy of Pediatrics. Breast milk is packed with all the right nutrients in just the right amounts and it’s rich in factors that help fight infection. Obstetricians at Sinai Hospital recommend breast feeding to all new mothers. If you have questions about breastfeeding, the staff at the Lactation Resource Center is available to answer your questions. Call 410-601-5193 to speak with a trained lactation nurse. |
More fun than bingo.
Need a program for your organization’s next meeting or event? LifeBridge Health offers preventative services, wellness and fitness classes and programs to educate those interested in a variety of health care issues. Our health care professionals can speak to your group on a number of topics – from aging and health to minimizing your risk for heart attack to healthy lunches for kids. We can also customize a program to meet your group’s specific needs. Find out how to schedule a guest speaker or program by calling 410-601-WELL (9355). |
To sleep, perchance
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Everyone has a restless night once in a while. Occasional stress, too much caffeine or indigestion can keep you tossing and turning in bed. Sleep disorders, such as snoring, restless legs or night terrors, are more common than you might think and affect more than four percent of the population. Sinai and Northwest Hospital both offer sleep studies to evaluate the quantity and quality of your sleep patterns. If you think you have a sleep disorder, call 410-601-WELL (9355) for information about our sleep centers. |
| Have you ever wanted to quiz your doctor about something...
no appointment necessary? “Ask the Expert,” the LifeBridge Health television call-in event that airs on WJZ-TV 13, gives viewers the chance to have their medical questions answered for free by physicians. Watch your TV listings for the next “Ask the Expert” event.
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Globe-
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Going on safari in Africa or to see the Taj Mahal in India? A big part of planning for overseas travel involves getting the correct vaccines.
Peter Andrews, physician assistant at LifeBridge Health, recommends three Web sites for specific vaccine information. They are www.cdc.gov, www.passporthealthusa.com and www.tripprep.com. (You will have to register for the third one.)
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Andrews' additional globe-trotting tips include:
1. Allow yourself enough time to get the necessary vaccines, and know their costs. They could add hundreds of dollars to a trip's budget.
2. When possible, get vaccines in the United States. Health conditions in some other countries may be substandard.
3. Consider buying medical travel insurance.
4. Keep track of the time of year in the country you are visiting. Flu season could be over in the United States, but just starting in China.
5. Take a medical travel kit with you that includes: Bandages, Antiseptic, Antibiotic ointment, Scissors and tweezers, Anti-diarrhea medicine, Bottled water to wash cuts Tissues and cotton balls, Alcohol wipes and, Regular medications
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A look at what’s happening in and about the medical community
For anyone who finds the traditional approach to weight loss ineffective, or for whom excess weight has become a serious health risk, bariatric surgery may offer some hope. A gastric bypass surgery reduces the size of the stomach, thus limiting the amount of calories you can consume. To be referred to a physician who can discuss this option with you, call 410-601-WELL (9355). Or read the article from Md.MD 2003 online at http://www.mdmdmagazine.org/
mdmdbody.cfm?ID=2916.
Bon Voyage!
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