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World Prematurity Day - A Story from the Heart

Seven years ago a news radio show host moved to Tulsa with his wife on the day they discovered she was pregnant with twins. Joe Kelley, the host of News Talk 740 KRMG didn’t know then what kind of a connection he would have with Hillcrest, but that is where the story begins.

 

Route 66 Marathons Returns - The Popularity of Marathons vs. Protecting Knees, Hips and Joints

Rarely do we bestow such recognition for completing a task set before us as we do for those known as “finishers”. In the race world, finishers are those who have dedicated themselves, their time and their discipline to the “task” of running 26.2 miles. Marathon runners used to be thought of as elite, lifelong runners. Today, marathons have never been more popular, welcoming runners from all walks of life, running experience and ages to the start line (even right here at home at Tulsa’s Route 66 marathon).

 

Preparing for the Holidays: Center for Diabetes Management

Thanksgiving marks the official start of the holiday season. From now until the beginning of January, you are likely to attend several parties or get-togethers which are often centered around food and drinks. The average weight gain from Thanksgiving until New Years Day is 10 pounds! Avoiding the weight gain or continuing with your current weight loss goals takes a little planning ahead and going into the holidays with a goal in mind. Let’s do it! Below are some tips for this Holiday season related to food and exercise.

 

Movember Brings Awareness to Men's Health, Prostate Cancer

November 1 kicks off the month long world-wide cancer awareness month known as Movember. Men who participate grow mustaches to help raise money and awareness for charities supporting men’s health. Movember started in 2003 and is now a global initiative with a growing social media presence, raising more than 120 million dollars in 2011 for men’s cancer charities. Second only to skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting men.

 

How does a vegetarian diet affect the healing of wounds?

An estimated 22.8 million Americans follow a largely vegetarian influenced diet, according to the 2008 report “Vegetarianism in America” published by Vegetarian Times. It appears most people make this decision to improve their overall health, with 53 percent of those surveyed stating health as the reason for choosing a vegetarian diet. However, could vegetarians be adversely affecting their health inadvertently by eliminating protein found in meat and chicken?

 

Hillcrest Medical Centers Provides Patient Navigator to Guide Breast Cancer Patients through Diagnosis and Treatment

The Leta M. Chapman Breast Health Center is pleased to welcome a new service for our patients diagnosed with breast cancer. Our Breast Center Patient Navigator, Elaine Stook, is a proactive patient representative who provides support, education and guidance through complex health care issues and treatment as they relate to the diagnosis of breast cancer.  Assisting patients in the understanding of their diagnosis, treatment options, and available resources, the Navigator serves as a communication link between the patient and other care providers.

 

Hillcrest Recognizes Employees during Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental Health Awareness Week provides an opportunity to not only highlight various mental illnesses that affect children and adults, but also to recognize the providers and staff who work every day to treat patients and improve outcomes. Mental illness is more widespread than many of us might realize. One out of every four adults will experience serious mental illness in their lifetime, ranging from depression to severe anxiety and schizophrenia. Treating mental illness does not often take a linear path, but requires a combination of therapies, medications and support systems.

 

Tulsa’s Changing Weather, Exercise to Stay Healthy

This weekend will be the first dip into fall temperatures, causing many to reach into the back of their closets for that light jacket or coat they have not seen in several months. With highs in the 100 to 90 degree range only a few short weeks ago, our bodies are sensitive to not only a change in temperate, but also humidity and pressure. One of the best ways we can help our bodies adjust to seasonal changes in temperature and weather is to be active and exercise, boosting our immune system, circulation and overall mood.

 

FDA Warns Consumers of the Lure of the Online Pharmacy

Looking for deals and convenience, consumers may be unknowingly putting themselves in danger when buying prescription drugs through online pharmacies. The FDA recently issued a warning to consumers stating that most of these Internet drug stores are fraudulent and are likely selling counterfeit drugs that can be very harmful.

 

Saturday's Heart-Stopping Loss, OU Football

Did you feel like your heart stopped when the OU Sooners lost their first home game to a top ranked team under Coach Bob Stoops in the 24-19 loss to Kansas State?  For Sooner fans, it had been a while since their team lost at home to another ranked team (since 1998 to be exact when Colorado beat the Sooners 27 to 25).

 
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