Strokes continue to be the leading cause of disability in the United States, where someone has a stroke every 40 seconds.
Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, accounting for more deaths than any other gynecologic cancer. Only about 20% of cases are diagnosed at an early stage, when the disease is more treatable.
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May specials for employees include discounts on treatments and savings on skin care procedures and products. Please be sure to bring your employee badge to receive the discount.
The Bridge Program has expanded beyond pregnancy to encompass care for pediatric patients with medical complexities, including hospice and palliative care for children admitted to Children’s & Women’s Hospital.
USA Health will share its experiences in caring for 22-23 weekers with the rest of the world and gain knowledge from other centers that do the same.
Recurring urinary tract infections in men could signal a more serious issue.
In partnership with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement and with support from Merck for Mothers, Children’s & Women’s Hospital used its electronic medical record data to transform how it approaches maternal health equity.
Voting for this year’s awards starts Wednesday, May 1, at VoteNappies.com and runs through May 26.
By understanding these key points and following proper sunscreen usage practices, you can help protect your skin from sun damage and reduce the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer.
USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.
Members of the leadership team at USA Health took time to pen heartfelt messages of gratitude to our nursing staff.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, making it a great time to assess our mental health. The world we live in changes constantly and can become overwhelming.