Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that inflames the digestive tract and leads to abdominal pain, weight loss, and malnutrition. Ulcerative Colitis is also an inflammatory bowel disease but it causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract.

While many individuals have heard of Crohn’s and colitis, many do not fully understand these diseases. Every year Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week is recognized to shine a light on the challenges faced by people who suffer from these illnesses.

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness aims to make the public aware of the disease and its scale amongst the American population. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, and approximately one in every two American families are affected. Take time this month to learn more about the Alzheimer’s epidemic.

Hospices across the country are informing others about the highest quality care they provide that enables patients and families to focus on living as fully as possible despite a life-limiting illness. Palliative care brings holistic care to people earlier in the course of a serious illness. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Between Nurses, Chaplains, and Social Workers, these highly trained professionals ensure that patients and families find dignity, respect, and love during a most difficult journey. We would like to thank our caring teams for enriching the lives of our patients and their families every day.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer and show our support for everyone affected by it. Let’s take this time to remind our loved ones about early detection methods so they can stay on top of their health.

Treating patients in today’s complex healthcare settings takes a whole team of professionals. Physician Assistants  help patients improve their quality of life and manage chronic conditions. We are taking this time to shine light on all that they do.

We honor the professionals who help our healthcare employees and patients stay well-nourished and healthy. Healthcare foodservice workers play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our healthcare facility. Thank you to our wonderful team of healthcare foodservice workers for all that they do!

World Alzheimer’s Month is recognized every September to raise awareness and challenge the stigmas around dementia. This year’s campaign is about the warning signs of dementia. Let’s encourage others to seek information about Alzheimer’s or dementia. By learning more about dementia and memory behavior, you or your loved ones can feel empowered to find the help and support needed. 

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the number one leading cause of death in Americans. High Cholesterol can be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, being active and limiting foods that are high in saturated fats.

Healthy Aging Month is celebrated in September and is designed to focus on the positive aspects of aging. As life expectancy gets older, we continue to motivate adults to improve their overall health and well-being. Healthy Aging is not just physical, it also includes a healthy mental and social state.