July, 2022

Risk Management Staffer Named a Healthcare Hero

Bravo to Lou Nino, the Assistant director of Safety and Infection Control in our Risk Management department, for being named the Healthcare Hero of the Month by The Ledger and their parent media company Gannett! In addition to this prestigious honor, Lou was awarded a $5,000 prize for being chosen as the winner among the nation’s other monthly heroes. Lou works tirelessly to prevent infections and promote a safe environment for patients, staff members and visitors of Watson Clinic. We than...

Watson Clinic Leads in Kidney Transplants & Home Dialysis

Close to 800,000 people in the United States struggle with end-stage kidney failure. These patients are faced with two options if they want to survive: dependence on routine dialysis therapy or a kidney transplant. Providing swift, effective care for these patients has proven challenging in medical establishments across the county. Patients often find discouragement when they attempt to secure their placement on impossibly long lists of kidney transplant candidates. Meanwhile, dialysis treatment...

How to add more whole grains to your diet

You may have heard that you should eat more whole grains. But knowing exactly what a whole grain is can be confusing. Here's a look at what they are and how to find them. What is a whole grain? Foods made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley or other cereal grains are categorized as grain products. That includes bread, pasta, cereal and grits. Some of these products are whole grains, while others are refined grains. Whole grains are made up of the entire grain kernel—bran, germ and end...

Prepare your child for a lifetime of wellness

You want your kids to be happy and healthy throughout their lives, and would like to teach them healthy habits as early as possible. Once your child learns and adopts these habits, they will serve them well for the remainder of their lives. Teach the value of exercise . Exercise will help your kids build strong bones and muscles, and promote the vitality of the heart, lungs and other major organs. It would be helpful to set a goal of at least 60 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous exercise. Th...