Vim & Vigor - Winter 2010 - Community Healthcare - (Page 1)

CONTENTS SPECIAL Stroke of Luck Hammond resident Larry Johnson is back to doing what he loves after a cardiac condition led to a stroke. 4 DEPARTMENTS 2 Community Message Putting new ideas and technology to work to give patients new hope for a healthier future. 3 Community Briefs Community Healthcare System nurses prove once again they are in a league of their own. 50 Spotlight on St. Catherine Hospital Providing a team approach and timely care to stroke patients from admission through recovery. 52 Spotlight on St. Mary Medical Center Alumni of the Joint Academy gather to share success stories. 54 Spotlight on Community Hospital Minimally invasive spine surgeries provide maximum results. FEATURES 34 40 44 46 56 The Faces of Skin Cancer Four skin cancer survivors share their stories. Benefit from the lessons they learned and get expert advice on early detection. Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark Step aside, boogey man. Insomnia is the real monster in the closet. Shine some light on what’s keeping you from a good night’s sleep. A Natural Dilemma “Organic” doesn’t always mean “healthy.” Look beyond food labels and consider the bigger picture. 17 Reasons to Work in Healthcare Jump-start your job search by exploring this diverse, flexible and growing industry. Hospitals Unite Panel addresses key patient safety issues—ones that affect the quality and consistency of services. 6 8 10 16 18 24 Healing Heroes from the Inside Out Troops are turning to HOME and finding out how to readjust to their civilian life. A Step Ahead of PAD New technologies are helping patients like Portage resident Michael Cardenas live healthier and walk pain-free. Smart Moves Soreness is a natural result of exercising, but flexing a little knowledge can minimize pain and prevent injury. Miss Information Some women avoid mammograms for unfounded reasons. We dispel the myths once and for all. Stroke Sense A stroke can strike anyone at any time. Protect your brain by filling it with information that could save your life. Gut Feelings Digestive problems can interfere with your daily life. Learn how to interpret the motions in your midsection. COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY LARSEN & TALBERT, ICON INTERNATIONAL ON THE COVER 28 Vim & Vigor · WI NTER 2010 Talk about a stress-ﬁlled career. Diane Sawyer has interviewed everyone who’s anyone from actors to heads of state. Find out how she stays calm in the most dire situations. 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Winter 2010 - Community Healthcare

Vim & Vigor - Winter 2010 - Community Healthcare
Contents
Community Message
Community Briefs
Special: Stroke of Luck
Healing Heroes from the Inside Out
A Step Ahead of PAD
Smart Moves
Miss Information
Stroke Sense
Gut Feelings
The Scoop on Stress
The Faces of Skin Cancer
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
A Natural Dilemma
17 Reasons to Work in Healthcare
Spotlight on St. Catherine Hospital
Spotlight on St. Mary Medical Center
Spotlight on Community Hospital
Hospitals Unite

Vim & Vigor - Winter 2010 - Community Healthcare