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From Cancer Patient to Cancer-Free Tourist
Mary Sellers underwent an operation, radiation and reconstructive surgery for breast cancer – and went home the next day. A few weeks later, she enjoyed a river cruise between Prague and Budapest
Published On: July 29, 2015
How a battery-operated spoon allows O.C. woman with Parkinson's disease to eat with confidence
Pat Ferguson’s hand quaked as she raised her spoon from her soup bowl, but despite her unsteady grip she had no fear of splattering her pristine white jacket during a lunch out. As her hand shook, her battery-operated spoon shook in the opposite direction to counter the tremors caused by Parkinson’s disease and a lesser … Read More
Published On: July 22, 2015
Michael Ricks Named Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 20, 2015 — Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian today announced Michael Ricks as executive vice president and chief operating officer. In his new role, Ricks assumes responsibility for day-to-day operations at Hoag’s Newport Beach and Irvine hospital campuses as well as the Hoag Health Centers, located in Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Irvine, … Read More
Published On: July 20, 2015
Saving women from breast cancer is paramount, so let's talk about better tools
Over half a century after the introduction of modern-day mammography, the screening controversy seems stronger than ever. Heated debates are centered on determining the effects of mammograms on breast cancer mortality, largely based on data that is decades old. As I watch these debates, I can’t help but feel that we have lost our way. … Read More
Published On: July 20, 2015
Project Wipeout Releases Educational Videos for Beach Safety Ahead of Annual Conference for First Responders
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., June 22, 2015 — Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian announced today the launch of Project Wipeout’s new video series. The visual clips will serve as the newest ocean safety educational tool for the community and local lifeguard agencies. Project Wipeout was established to teach young people about the potential dangers that exist at … Read More
Published On: June 22, 2015
BBQ Favorites Make-Over
It’s summertime – time to enjoy outdoor activities and celebrations. Living with diabetes should NOT stop you from enjoying summer activities and barbeque favorites with your family and friends. Make smart food decisions, plan accordingly and create a well-balanced meal that helps keep your blood sugar level as close to normal as possible so you … Read More
Published On: June 21, 2015
Stay Cool with Diabetes Friendly Smoothies
Clean Breeze Smoothie Yield: 3 9oz serving Ingredients 1 small cucumber, chopped 2 ripe kiwis, peeled 1 cup ginger-flavored kombucha (see Tip) 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves 6 ice cubes Preparation Combine cucumber, kiwis, kombucha, yogurt, cilantro and ice cubes in blender; blend until smooth. Serve immediately. Notes: Look … Read More
Published On: June 21, 2015
The Allen Diabetes Center Gives Continued Support To PADRE
In an unprecedented demonstration of commitment to diabetes care, Hoag, in partnership with CHOC and through CHOC, and the Pediatric Adolescent Diabetes Research Education (PADRE), is collaborating to ensure that all members of our community have timely access to expert diabetes prevention, care and education. Through CHOC Children’s Hospital and Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes … Read More
Published On: June 21, 2015
Gardening Leads to Heathier Eating Habits
The CDC states that 18% children aged 6-11 are obese, and estimates predict that 80% of children who are obese at age ten will remain obese into adulthood. At home, television advertising can have a detrimental influence on a child’s eating habits. However, we can counter that effect by providing educational programs that educate and … Read More
Published On: June 21, 2015
A Look at Two Studies Connecting Diabetes & Brain Function
Dr. Nadeau is an accomplished physician who brings extensive experience to the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center as Program Director, Dr. Kris V. Iyer Endowed Chair in Diabetes Care and Endocrinologist at Hoag Medical Group . While he has many areas of interest, the majority of his recent work, research, and lectures focus on … Read More
Published On: June 21, 2015