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Healthy Living

January 2007

The new year kicked off right at UT Medical Center where everyone is reaping the reward of some upgrades and new services at the hospital. This month (January) kicks off the grand opening of our new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where high-end technology and design have created the perfect atmosphere for newborns and their parents. Secondly, our Stroke Center became the only hospital in the area to earn a Primary Stroke Center Certification, which means top-notch care for patients and their families.

In addition, 2007 jump starts with American Heart Month (February), and this issue brings you nutrition, lifestyle changes and classes available now. Other topics include cancer nutrition and clinical trials and ways you can keep healthy during the winter months.

Stay Warm!

Wendi Hope Bishop
Editor

in this issue

·  New Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Cares for the Tiniest Patients
·  10 Ways to Winter Wellness
·  Eating Healthy: Warm Winter Recipes
·  6 Lifestyle Changes for a Healthier Heart
·  What If I Have Lymphedema? Part I
·  Healthy Food Vital to Cancer Prevention
·  Why Folic Acid is Important for You and Your Baby
·  Clinical Trials a Key to Cancer Care Excellence
·  Can an Hour of Chocolate Be Healthy?
·  State-of-the-Art Stroke Care Right in Your Community
·  A New Year Starts With Checking Your Heart



10 Ways to Winter Wellness

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No matter what is going around your office, you have some power to prevent illness from occurring this winter season. Here are 10 tips to chase away cold, flu and other winter-associated illness.

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Eating Healthy: Warm Winter Recipes

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Eating healthy is especially important in the winter— when it is most difficult to do. These warm winter recipes will help you maintain your weight, use up leftovers and warm you up during the cold months.

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6 Lifestyle Changes for a Healthier Heart

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There are many heart disease risk factors that you cannot control. Now is the time to check your heart health and make sure your lifestyle and nutrition choices will reduce your risk of heart disease.

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What If I Have Lymphedema? Part I

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Part I of this article reviews Lymphedema—a chronic swelling of a body part—its causes, symptoms and who is at risk of developing this condition.

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Healthy Food Vital to Cancer Prevention

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More and more, healthy eating, adequate physical activity and stress reduction are recognized as vital ingredients in cancer prevention. Here are suggestions on how to change your diet to reduce your risk of developing cancer.

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Why Folic Acid is Important for You and Your Baby

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Folic acid is an important vitamin for women who may become pregnant or are pregnant as well as women who are not expecting to become pregnant. A regular dose of folic acid is known to prevent birth defects of the baby’s brain and spine.

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Clinical Trials a Key to Cancer Care Excellence

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Clinical trials pave the way for the discovery of effective therapies and treatments for the detection, prevention and treatment of cancer. UT Medical Center participates in these studies, bringing cutting- edge treatments and techniques to cancer patients.

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Can an Hour of Chocolate Be Healthy?

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Learn how to dazzle your Valentine or satisfy your own chocolate cravings with this unique cooking class. Sign up today for a full hour of chocolate delights!

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State-of-the-Art Stroke Care Right in Your Community

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UT Medical Center becomes the first hospital in the region to earn a Primary Stroke Center Certification, which means a high standard of excellent care for all stroke patients and their families.

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A New Year Starts With Checking Your Heart

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Knowing your numbers—cholesterol and blood pressure that is—could save your life. Begin this year by making an appointment with the 4 Your Heart program, and take your first step towards a healthier you.

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New Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Cares for the Tiniest Patients

UT Medical Center became one of only two hospitals in Tennessee with individual NICU rooms. High-end technology and careful design will bring peace and shortened hospital stays to babies and parents.

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Related Topics

Cancer Prevention

Exercising to Boost Your Energy

Low Fat Recipe Modifications

Nutrition Services

Nutritional Needs Calculator

Pre-Pregnancy Resources

Respiratory Services

Stroke Warning Signs

Target Heart Rate Calculator

Weight Loss and Exercise

 
 
 
 

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