December, 2023

Technologist Saves Child from Choking

Whether they’re working in a doctor’s office or an operating room, our team members impact the lives of patients every day by calling upon their extensive training and expertise. Sometimes, their training can make all the difference outside of a medical setting as well. This was the case recently at a child’s birthday party attended by Jennifer Elliott, CST , a certified surgical technologist who works alongside board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Phuc Vo . As the kids were...

Help older loved ones with their mental health

Mental health is an essential part of overall health. And it doesn't become less important with age. In fact, good mental health can help older adults live independently and improve their quality of life. Signs of mental health issues When a person's mental health is suffering, they may express it in many ways. Some of the most common symptoms in older adults include: • Noticeable mood changes, such as anger, anxiety, irritability or sadness. • Sleeping too much or too little. •...

How to handle your child's fever

When the body detects an illness, it responds by raising its temperature to fight it. This is known as a fever. Fevers fight various infections, bacteria and viruses. There are symptoms that may prompt you to check your child's temperature. These symptoms are dry mouth, earache, vomiting, poor appetite, pale appearance, skin rash, sore or swollen joints, sore throat, stomach pain, limpness, difficulty breathing, and whimpering. An infant may have high-pitched crying, fussiness and swelling of th...

Mental health and motherhood

Expecting a baby? You may be feeling happy, nervous and excited. Pregnancy can come with many feelings, including feeling anxious and overwhelmed. After giving birth, many new moms experience tiredness, worry and sadness, also known as baby blues. These feelings usually go away on their own. For some women, these feelings can become severe and interfere with their daily lives. This is known as postpartum depression. Postpartum depression occurs in 1 out of 8 women and can happen to anyone. Women...