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Overcoming Food Insecurity
August 30, 2022What is Food Insecurity & How Do We Overcome It?
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
July 26, 2022Back-to-School Health Tips
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Tracie Stratton Named CEO of Los Alamos Medical Center
July 20, 2022Los Alamos Medical center is pleased to announce that Tracie Stratton has been named as permanent cheif executive officer (CEO). She has served as the hospital's interim CEO since December 2021.
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Summertime Safety: How to Keep Cool and Healthy All Summer Long
June 27, 2022School’s out and that means one thing: summer is officially here! As the days grow longer and brighter, many of us will be taking full advantage of summer, whether its enjoying backyard barbeques, lazy days by the pool or even the occasional fireworks display. No matter how you choose to enjoy your summer, it’s important to stay alert and protect yourself and…
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Los Alamos Medical Center Publishes 2021 Community Benefit Report
June 17, 2022(Los Alamos, NM – June 16, 2022) – Los Alamos Medical Center published its community benefit report for the 2021 calendar year today. This yearly report outlines specific ways the hospital is positively contributing to Los Alamos and spotlights the various ways it is working to support the health and well-being of the community it calls home – an…
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LAMC Welcomes Locum Tenens OB/GYN, Dr. Ransom
June 14, 2022Dr. Sharon Ransom grew up in Detroit, Michigan where she remained and attended Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed her residency in Human Medicine at EW Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Dr. Ransom is a board-certified OBGYN with more than 25 years of experience. Her commitment and advocacy for access to quality health care for women in…
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The heat is on: How to stay cool and spurn the burn
June 09, 2022When the sun comes out to play, many of us make plans to do the same. The summer months bring the promise of backyard barbecues, pick-up games in the park and wasting away lazy afternoons in the water. Summer also brings the heat – a potential threat to health that we should all stay alert to preventing and treating. Heat-related illness can take on several…
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Take Charge of Your Health Today, Men
May 31, 2022It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming. For example, the average lifespan for men is about five years less than women, and there’s been a gradual increase in this gap over the years. Men are…
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Mental Health Awareness
May 16, 2022Matter of the Mind: Why Your Mental Health Matters and How You Can Care for It
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LAMC's 2022 Mercy Award Nominee
May 11, 2022Congratulations to Rosalie Maestas, Materials Management Specialist, our LAMC Nominee for the 2022 LifePoint Mercy Award.
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A is for April...and Allergies: What to Do When Allergies Attack
April 08, 2022Did you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of that. An allergen is something that your immune system reacts to when that…
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LAMC Welcomes Dr. Felice, DPM
March 08, 2022Dr. Seth Felice grew up in Minnesota, where he remained for his undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota – Duluth, with a major in cell biology with chemistry and philosophy minors. He then attended Podiatric Medical School at Barry University in Miami, Florida, where he served as the president of the Barry Student Surgery Club and earned his Doctorate…
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 02, 2022In the 1980s and 1990s, the NBC broadcast network began branding their primetime lineups to promote their sitcoms and dramas. One phrase in particular quickly entered the pop culture lexicon after it debuted in 1993. The phrase? Must See TV. If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and remember trying to rush through your homework to watch that night’s…
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28 Days of Heart Health: Minutes Matter
February 25, 2022When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die within an hour of their first symptom. Being able to quickly recognize…
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28 Days of Heart Health: Heart Health at Any Age
February 25, 2022Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember as each decade comes and goes, as well as some things to keep in mind at every day at every…
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28 Days of Heart Health: We Heart Dessert
February 22, 2022How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence. Luckily for your sweet tooth, some desserts are healthier than others, like this recipe for…
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28 Days of Heart Health: Sleeping Beauty
February 22, 2022Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body. And it’s particularly important for your heart. Even though it keeps beating after you close your eyes, it benefits from the lowered blood pressure that happens when you drift off to dreamland. Check out these pointers to ward off…
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28 Days of Heart Health: Workplace Workouts
February 18, 2022As we have been spending more time at home – both leisure and work time – during the pandemic, there’s a good chance that many of us may spend too much time sitting! The good news is that there are some easy ways to combat the sedentary lifestyle that can lead to a greater risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and other conditions, and make your…
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28 Days of Heart Health: An Egg White a Day
February 18, 2022If you’re an egg lover, you may scoff at eating just the whites. Not so fast. If you’re open to a change, utilizing just the whites of the egg every now and then can benefit your heart, particularly if cholesterol is a concern. Egg whites are low in calories, high in protein and have no cholesterol. This egg white omelet is a great way to give them a try. Cook…
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28 Days of Heart Health: Know Your Numbers
February 18, 2022One step in taking an active role in your health to help ensure a healthy life is by knowing specific numbers that play an important role for your heart: Blood pressure Is your blood pressure at normal levels? One in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease. Normal range for blood pressure should be below 120/80. If your…
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