Putnam Hospital

In this #AsktheDoctor clip from our #HealthTalk series, oncologist Dr. Richard Frank discusses advances in cancer research, which have helped to improve many cancer treatments as well as overall #survivorship. As a result, the number of people with a history of cancer in the United States has increased from 3 million in 1971 to about 17 million today. Watch the full Health Talk episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_bVWaHCn5Tg

Did you know managing specific health and lifestyle behaviors now may decrease your risk of developing #dementia later in life? Neurologist Dr. Samuel Markind shares everything you need to know: https://bit.ly/3fVNvUo #EndALZ

Get vaccinated to protect yourself. Your loved ones. Your community. Find out how to get started #MadeToSave #WeCanDoThis... https://www.vaccines.gov/

Want to join our Get Fit Challenge, but feel too tired for exercise? Our primary care Dr. Sonnad says lack of energy can decrease daily productivity, affect focus and interfere with sleep all of which can lead to a more sedentary lifestyle. Here’s how to give yourself an energy boost: Eat eight types of fruits and veggies each day Consider daily B12 and D3 vitamins Stay hydrated; drink half your body weight in ounces of water... Get 7-8 hours of sleep every night Check out her advice on beating fatigue: https://bit.ly/3gmb1sS And, sign up for the Get Fit Challenge for a little extra motivation to make some positive changes: https://bit.ly/3cvpYoo #WeGetFit

Did you know? Everyone 12 years and older is now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky answers some common questions you mi...ght have: Is the vaccine safe and effective for children? Why do children also need to be vaccinated? Where can children receive the vaccine? Learn more about COVID-19 vaccinations for children and teens: https://bit.ly/3uFSUUu

While mild #frostbite is treatable with first-aid measures like rewarming the skin in warm water, moderate to severe cases require immediate medical attention. Why? Frostbite can cause infections and permanent nerve damage. Should you or someone you love sustain serious #frostbite, you can trust our wound care specialists to treat your injured skin and set you on a quicker path toward healing. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2YuVmyV

CDC says safety is a top priority while its federal partners work to make #COVID19 vaccines widely available to the public. Safety is considered before any vaccine is recommended for use, meaning the known and potential benefits must outweigh the known and potential risks before an Emergency Use Authorization is granted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Learn more about how the #CDC and its partners are ensuring the safety of COVID-19 #vaccines: https://bit.ly/3pE2Go7

Playing it safe and wearing a helmet before hitting the slopes or the ice this #winter can protect you from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), such as #concussions. Read more about the potential link between #TBIs and dementia here: https://bit.ly/3cekaTO #TBIAwareness

Is staying on top of #preventivehealthcare measures on your to-do list for 2021? For women, screening mammograms are a reliable and effective way to detect breast cancer early. We recently launched a self-referral screening mammogram program to give women in our area the opportunity to schedule a routine screening at a Nuvance Health imaging center without a physician order. For details and criteria, visit https://bit.ly/3a2ICVx #NewYear #resolutions

Dr. Charles Herrick, our Chair of Psychiatry, shares his perspective for how we can collectively tackle and overcome the challenges of a long #winter. One idea? Focus on living in the here and now. If things are good, ride with them. If they are bad, remind yourself this too will pass. Read on for more advice and inspiration on how to find hope in the months ahead: https://bit.ly/2IJbGYi

There are lots of free and inexpensive ways to get moving at home this winter. Look to online exercise plans, many of which offer workout options for every skill level. If you don't want to pay a subscription fee, there's also a wide array of social media #fitness videos you can follow along with for free! Click for more tips on how to stay fit this season: https://bit.ly/2JVH8mH

On this first night of #Hanukkah, we wish peace and joy to all. May the Festival of Lights shine bright for you and your loved ones.

If you get migraines or headaches, you’re not alone! Millions of Americans suffer from headache disorders that affect their quality of life. #NuvanceHealth has a virtual support group for people with migraine or headache concerns. Led by Dr. Hida Nierenburg, director of headache medicine at Nuvance Health, participants will receive support from others who understand what it’s like to be in pain from a #migraine or #headache. The next support group is on Thursday, Dec. 17, at 5:30 pm. Click the event listing for registration details: https://bit.ly/34rn6H5

If you get migraines or headaches, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from headache disorders that affect their quality of life. #NuvanceHealth has a virtual support group for people with migraine or headache concerns. Led by Dr. Hida Nierenburg, Director of Headache Medicine at Nuvance Health, participants will receive support from others who understand what it’s like to be in pain from a #migraine or #headache. The next support group is at 5:30 pm on Thursday, Nov. 19. Click the event listing for registration details: https://bit.ly/34rn6H5

Although there’s still much to learn about #dementia, preventive medical care and lifestyle choices as you age may help reduce your risk of developing the condition. Getting regular exercise and eating a healthy diet to prevent #diabetes and #obesity, managing blood pressure, and quitting smoking are some of the ways you can potentially reduce your risk of dementia. Here’s what you need to know about dementia risk factors: https://bit.ly/2JEskIS #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth #NuvanceHealth

Keep wearing your mask, social distancing and washing your hands. As the American Hospital Association says, we will defeat #COVID19 together.

Food is an important part of holiday celebrations but can often throw a wrench into your diet. Nutritionist Barbara Schmidt offers tips to help you prepare so you can avoid the anxiety that comes from trying to navigate the season of festive feasting: https://bit.ly/3oxWjRS

Myth: I got the #flu from my shot. Fact: You cannot get the flu from the vaccine. However, you may experience side effects, such as a low-grade fever, body aches and headaches as your body fights the dead virus and makes antibodies. You may have been already sick with the flu before you were fully vaccinated. It takes about two weeks after vaccination for #antibodies to develop in the body that protect against the flu. Another possibility is you received your vaccine and then caught a cold with similar symptoms. For more flu facts, visit https://bit.ly/2JfOhhj

Are you wondering how to preserve your #holiday celebrations this year while keeping yourself, family, and friends safe from #COVID19? Laurie Brentlinger, Nuvance Health AVP of infection control and prevention, shares tips to help you figure out the level of risk your holiday traditions may have, and how to adjust your usual plans to ensure that everyone can participate safely: https://bit.ly/3mV2EGm

Grab your swimming goggles, your tennis racquet or your favorite pair of running shoes. We’re in the final week of the Get Fit Challenge, and this is when the magic happens. This is when you achieve the goals you set for yourself on Sept. 27, when the challenge kicked off. Log on to wegetfit.org and make sure all your entries are in before midnight on Nov. 8, so you can bask in the glory of your hard work. We’re so proud of how far you’ve come. Just a little more to go! #WeGetFit

There's no denying living with #diabetes can often feel debilitating and challenging. But taking steps to learn how to work with diabetes, not against it, can help improve your overall quality of life. Our Diabetes Self-Management Education Program can help you regain control. Discover how here: https://bit.ly/3oTzJnB #NDEW

While #lungcancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, the American Cancer Society published a report this year citing some positive news: a marked decline in lung cancer deaths. This decline is attributed to advances in lung cancer diagnostic tools and treatments, the increased availability of lung cancer screenings, and a lower incidence of smoking in the general population. Learn more about lung cancer diagnostics, screenings, and the latest treatments: https://bit.ly/2TNRGpA #LCAM

At Nuvance Health, we understand how a wound that is difficult to heal can be a painful and stressful concern. This is particularly true for patients living with chronic diseases such as #diabetes. That is why our specialists are committed to healing complicated wounds by providing innovative, comprehensive and compassionate care. Putnam Hospital offers state-of-the-art diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Our multidisciplinary team is trained in wound care and has exper...ience in podiatric surgeries as well as hyperbaric oxygen medicine. Our goal is to heal your wounds so you can improve the quality of your life. Early intervention is the key to avoiding serious complications. Our wound care center does not require physician referrals, so schedule an appointment at your convenience. To learn more about wound care services at Putnam Hospital, visit https://bit.ly/2JhaVWh

Patient blood management is an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to optimizing the care of patients who might need transfusion. Some of its benefits include: - A team develops a plan of care that uses medications, technology and techniques to decrease blood loss and enhance blood production to reduce or eliminate the need for blood transfusions - Improves patient safety ... - May reduce exposure to infections and complications - May reduce hospital length of stay. For Patient Blood Management Awareness Week, the Society for the Advancement of Bloodless Management (SABM) is hosting a patient webinar at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 3. To register, click here: https://bit.ly/322OKKi For more information, call 1-833-NOBLOOD. To learn more about Patient Blood Management at Nuvance Health, visit https://bit.ly/34OUzg9 #PBMAW2020 #SABMPBMAwarenessWeek

Feeling a little tired today, despite the extra hour of sleep? Your circadian rhythm the internal clock managing your sleep-wake cycle is often disrupted by #daylightsavingtime. Having a set routine, and avoiding caffeine late in the day and screens before bed can help get you back on track.

Wishing our communities a safe and happy #Halloween! Here are five ways to help your family stay healthy this Halloween: https://bit.ly/3edRFol

Dr. Susan K. Boolbol, #NuvanceHealth chief of breast surgical oncology and the breast program, shares new and encouraging developments in #breastcancer treatment in this #AsktheDoctor clip from our #HealthTalk series. #BCAM