Vim & Vigor - Summer 2013 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center - (Page 1)
CONTENTS
SPECIAL
Manage Your
Diabetes and
Feel Better
Establishing a
relationship with a
primary care physician
is the first step toward
keeping tabs on this
serious and lifechanging disease.
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DEPARTMENTS
2 Opening Thoughts
PCRMC is committed
to providing
educational resources
to our patients and
community whenever
possible.
46 Virtual Health
Sun-smart apps,
subject-specific social
media, health records
going electronic, and
much more!
54 Foundation An exotic
gala raises $93,000 to
fight cancer and help
patients and their
families.
COVER PHOTO BY CORBIS
56 Auxiliary Auxiliary
& Volunteer Services
awards scholarships
to local students in
registered nursing,
licensed practical
nursing and allied
health.
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FEATURES
A Call to Serve
Discover why a PCRMC radiation
oncologist says her field is the perfect
blend of technology and patient care.
Get Back in the Game
Read about ways to reduce your
risk of sports-related injuries from
a PCRMC orthopedic surgeon, and
learn what you can do if you get
sidelined.
Saving Brain
A stroke is a medical emergency
where time is critical. By acting fast,
you can limit long-term negative
consequences.
The Ultimate Backto-School Checklist
This timeline will help you get your
child prepped for the new year.
Join the Movement
Strengthen all your major joints with
these easy at-home exercises.
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5 Steps to Better Bone Health
A guide to help you dodge
osteoarthritis.
Gut Instinct
The source of your tummy troubles
can be tricky to pinpoint. We help you
identify yours.
Prostate Playbook
Read how survivors have tackled prostate cancer—and how you can decide
which treatment is best for you.
The Main Ingredient
Five simple yet tasty recipes for
people with diabetes (or without).
Looking Ahead
Advance directives can save your
family stress should illness strike.
Extraordinary Nurses
PCRMC established The DAISY
Award to recognize caregivers who
go above and beyond for patients
and their families.
Stroke Stories
Stroke can happen to anyone. Learn
from these four inspiring stories.
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MORGAN FREEMAN
At 75, the legendary actor just keeps getting better with
age. Learn how he eats well, keeps his mind sharp, and has
an A-plus attitude to polish the performance of his life.
SUMM ER 2013
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Summer 2013 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center
Vim & Vigor - Summer 2013 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center
Contents
Opening Thoughts
A Call to Serve
Get Back in the Game
Saving Brain
The Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist
Join the Movement
Stroke Stories
5 Steps to Better Bone Health
Gut Instinct
Morgan Freeman
Prostate Playbook
The Main Ingredient
Looking Ahead
Virtual Health
Manage Your Diabetes and Feel Better
Extraordinary Nurses
Foundation
Auxiliary
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