Connie Bryant Retires after 31 Years of Service
On Wednesday, January 9, co-workers, staff, family and friends all gathered to give farewell wishes to Connie Bryant, Lab Director, at her retirement celebration. A tile in her honor was revealed on the wall of the Martha Lou Lawson Chaplaincy Center on the first floor …
Three Steps to Good Cervical Health
January is Cervical Health Awareness month. To promote good cervical health, there are three steps we encourage all women to take. These steps are simple and greatly reduce a woman’s chances of developing cervical cancer or cervical dysplasia (the development of abnormal cells in the …
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Most cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that is passed from person to person during sex. Two screening tests can help prevent cervical cancer. The Pap test looks for cell changes on the cervix that might become cervical cancer if …
Fitness Apps to Jump Start Your 2019 Fitness Goals
Even if you do not regularly make resolutions in the new year, it is always a great idea to make new fitness goals each year. After all, exercise does not only reduce your risk of many physical health problems. It can be great for mental …
Benefits of Decluttering Your Home
The new year is upon us. You also probably have a few new things to find a place for after the holidays. For that reason, now is a great time to declutter your home. Not only does decluttering your home give you a great sense …
Holiday Meal & Atrium Gardens Renovation Ribbon Cutting
The Food and Nutrition Department is so excited to be in our beautiful new cafeteria! We started the day with a ribbon cutting and then opened our doors so our employees could finally feast on the wonderful food created by Chef Clayton Bell, Supervisor Ileana …
Newborns and Winter Illnesses
Newborns and winter illnesses- these two things together can make new parents concerned! Conditions like Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and the flu are major concerns for parents with new babies this time of year. RSV is a common, contagious, virus affecting the respiratory tract. For …
Chrocheted Hats and Blankets Donated to CCMH NICU
The Elgin Book ‘n’ Hookers donate a large number of soft, crocheted blankets and hats to our NICU each year. These hand-made gifts serve as a sign that each baby is loved and are in the thoughts of people who care. Thank you for your …
Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
If you’re working hard to manage your weight, the holidays can be frustrating. The months of October through December can seem filled with one opportunity to overeat after another. The holidays are meant to be enjoyed and let us have some of our favorite treats …
Teaching Kids to Wash Their Hands
This week is National Hand Washing Awareness Week. Teaching kids to wash their hands can be difficult. Young children are always on the move, and don’t want to slow down to practice boring hygiene habits. Still, it is important to instill important hand washing practices …
