Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2012 - (Page 2)

FROM THE CEO A Commitment to Your Health and Wellness n behalf of our team of dedicated physicians, staff and volunteers, thank you for choosing Central Carolina Hospital for your healthcare. We are committed to providing you with the highest level of care from our team of caring experts—right in your own neighborhood. We know it’s a privilege to care for you and your family, and our mission goes further than simply serving you in times of need. Our goal at CCH is to be your health partner for life. By offering education and resources to the community about preventive health screenings and healthy living, we can help you take charge of your own health. This magazine promises to be a reﬂection of that commitment. Focusing on the summer season, we hope to inspire you with new stories and information about weight loss. As you explore this issue, you’ll notice our cover story, “All in the Family,” on page 6 is about CCH board member David Spivey and how he and his family members achieved their weight loss goals. He shares his journey, his strategies and the motivation that helped him stay focused on a healthy living plan. In addition, exercise physiologist Jasper Smith addresses good form and the importance of steady but gradual routines that incorporate movement in our daily lives in the feature story “Motivated to Move” on page 14. You’ll also read about the importance of your body mass index (BMI) calculations and ﬁnd a direct link to access your own BMI number online via our website. In our focus on healthy eating, dietitian Marsha Kenner suggests healthy food choices and gives us her own perspective on dieting in the feature story “The Diet Equation” on page 10. We hope you enjoy this selection and ﬁnd the topics helpful. Thank you for having the conﬁdence in Central Carolina Hospital for, perhaps, the most important decision you will make: where to seek your healthcare. Please don’t hesitate to tell us how we can improve our care for you. Working together, we can make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. My best wishes for a safe and happy summer. O Sincerely, Doug Doris, CEO Central Carolina Hospital 2 | SUMMER 2012

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2012

Central Carolina Health - Summer 2012
Contents
From the CEO
Health Beat
All in the Family
The Diet Equation
Heart Smart
Motivated to Move

Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2012