USA Health urges families to take measures to avoid RSV and other respiratory illnesses
“We are urging parents and caregivers to make sure their infants are immunized against RSV,” said Benjamin Estrada, M.D.
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Featured StoryUSA Health unveiled new multidisciplinary ALS treatment center
“This center will help expand access to ALS care along the Gulf Coast, making a positive impact on patients and their families, but it will also honor a great man in Kelly Butler,” said Owen Bailey. “The lives he touched are too many to count, and through this center, his legacy will live on and impact many more lives for decades to come.”
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USA Health recognizes you: October 15
USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in caring for patients and providing high-quality customer service.
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Wellness@Work: Benefits of healthy eating
By incorporating healthy eating habits into your lifestyle, you can experience these benefits and likely improve your overall quality of life.
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In the News: October 15
USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.
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Frasier firs for sale for 2024 Holiday Tree Trail at Children’s & Women’s Hospital
The hospital is selling live, 6-foot Frasier fir trees to be displayed Dec. 2-31. Sponsorships are $500 per tree with a limited number available. The deadline to order is Friday, Nov. 15.
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USA Health Providence nationally recognized for providing high-quality stroke care
“This award demonstrates our team's commitment to providing the right care for our stroke patients each and every time, which leads to the best possible outcomes for those we serve,” said Rick Metzger, MMHC, BSN, assistant administrator and interim CEO of USA Health Providence.
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Better heart care: USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital joins multicenter study on cardiac arrest care for pediatric patients
“The insights gained could also help save more lives in the future and improve outcomes for children experiencing cardiac arrests,” — Mukul Sehgal, M.D., MBA, FAAP
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Pick up USA Health Game Day packets this week
After the pickup window closes at the end of day Friday, Oct. 11, all unclaimed registration packets will be released; and they will be available on a first-come, first-served basis on Monday, Oct. 14.
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USA Health University Hospital studies new tool for weaning patients from ventilator
USA Health is one of 18 sites in the nation enrolling patients in the ReInvigorate Study, which will evaluate the safety and efficacy of a new system to increase diaphragm strength and improve ventilation weaning for patients.
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USA Health neurosurgeon accepted into premier scoliosis society
"Selection is a testament to our entire team from nursing to physical therapy to advanced practice providers. We are very proud of the level of complex care we are able to provide here, locally, at USA Health, in Mobile, Alabama," said Richard Menger, M.D., MPA.
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Wellness@Work: Six breathing exercises to improve respiratory health
Breathing exercises can help improve lung capacity, increase oxygen intake, and promote relaxation.
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USA Health recognizes you: October 8
USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in caring for patients and providing high-quality customer service.
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