Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - St. Anthony - (Page 1)

CONTENTS SPECIAL When Emergency Strikes Read how the Centura Stroke System of Care saved this New York resident’s life. 4 DEPARTMENTS 2 Opening Thoughts Our hospital continues to be recognized for great care—find out what that means for you as a patient. 3 Community Connections Our legacy continues at Sloan’s Lake; a donation makes a difference in Vietnam. 46 Virtual Health A video for dizziness, a stress-reducing app, and much more! COVER PHOTO BY EVAN AGOSTINI 56 Ask the Experts How to decide between the ER and urgent care; new procedures are helping patients avoid amputation. Centura Health complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in the provision of any care or service on the grounds of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual preference, ancestry, age, familial status, disability or handicap. 7 10 14 18 20 25 34 FEATURES A Closer Look A tiny microscope is giving doctors a leg up in the fight against GI cancer. You’re the Star Find out how you can take the lead role in your own healthcare. Heart-to-Heart Four women share their harrowing stories of heart disease, along with lifesaving advice. Lighten Up! Get the skinny on how losing a little weight can make a big difference in your health. Have No Fear Don’t let concerns about joint replacement keep you from living. Work It! This easy office makeover can help you stay fit and reduce stress on the job. 38 42 49 51 53 54 9 Symptoms Never to Ignore When do those minor aches and pains indicate something more? Here are nine reasons to call your doctor. When Allergies Attack Do you know fact from fiction when it comes to allergies? A Promise to Paschal How a Nigerian teenager wound up receiving a life-changing operation at OrthoColorado. New Horizons Technology renews hope for patients who are living in pain. Real World Rx Research Clinical studies help bring new medications to fruition. All in the Family Could breast cancer be in your genes? How to find out and what to do. What Are the Chances? Which behaviors are risky when it comes to cancer and which are just hype? We clear up the confusion. ON THE COVER 28 Because she has such an effervescent personality, you probably never would have guessed that Diane Keaton has asthma. But she is breathing easier now and living a full, joyful life even with the condition. And so can you! SPRI NG 2013 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - St. Anthony

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - St. Anthony
Contents
Opening Thoughts
Community Connections
When Emergency Strikes
A Closer Look
You’re the Star
Heart-to-Heart
Lighten Up!
Have No Fear
Work It!
Diane Keaton
What Are the Chances?
9 Symptoms Never to Ignore
When Allergies Attack
Virtual Health
A Promise to Paschal
New Horizons
Real World Rx Research
All in the Family
Ask the Experts

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - St. Anthony