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In an effort to reach and offer support to every individual with diabetes in our community, the Allen Diabetes Center created Sweet Life – a free community education and support program. The Sweet Life program offers classes focused on diabetes technology, exercise, weight and nutrition management. Sweet Life gives an educational and support overview and … Read More

Mary and Dick Allen were thrilled to be spending the Christmas holidays with their daughter Jennifer, son-in-law Kevin and their two young children, 2½-year-old Hannah and 7-month-old Jake. That winter Mary remembered that Hannah had been fighting a persistent cold and she looked very thin compared to the chubby 2-year-old she was used to seeing. … Read More

Newport Beach, Calif. (June 11, 2013) —Hoag Hospital Foundation’s 552 Club announced it will host its longstanding annual summer event, now called the Summer Movie Classic, at The Hangar in Costa Mesa at the Orange County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 5 p.m. The event will feature tastings from more than 30 of … Read More

As the Exercise Physiologist for Hoag Executive Health I have the privilege of working directly with each executive who receives one of our comprehensive physicals. Almost everyone I meet with describes a busy, hectic work week, and an even busier home life. They know that exercise is important and that they should find time to … Read More

The word “brave” has been used many times in the week since Angelina Jolie disclosed she underwent a preventive mastectomy, and it was fearless declaration. But the word that first pops into to my mind about the actress’s decision to go public is “generous.”   By alerting the world to her decision, Jolie has given … Read More

Physical activity has many health benefits that include controlling weight, reducing risk of diabetes, decreasing blood pressure, reducing risk of heart disease, and maintaining bones and muscle health. Perhaps the most compelling reason for engaging in exercise, though, is that it is a proven way to minimize the risk of developing certain cancers. Multiple research … Read More

Hoag Nurse of the Year Candi Rogers Honored at Annual Event, Congratulated by George and Julia Argyros Newport Beach, Calif. (May 2, 2013) — George and Julia Argyros formally presented a $2.5 million donation on behalf of the Argyros Family Foundation to expand educational nursing initiatives at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian during the organization’s annual … Read More

​​Newport Beach, Calif. (April 24, 2013) —In a major gift that underscores the pivotal role nurses​ play in quality patient care, the Argyros Family Foundation has made a $2.5 million donation to expand educational nursing initiatives at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, the hospital announced today. Nationally known philanthropists George and Julia Argyros will formally present … Read More

​Newport Beach, Calif., April 3, 2013 — Dr. Allyson Brooks, executive medical director of the Women’s Health Institute at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, has been selected for what is widely considered the nation’s most prestigious leadership program for medical professionals. Brooks is one of only ten professionals nationwide named to the 2013 class of The … Read More

A tiny magnetic bracelet implanted at the base of the throat is greatly improving life for some people with chronic heartburn who need more help than medicine can give them. It’s a novel way to treat severe acid reflux, which plagues millions of Americans and can raise their risk for more serious health problems. It happens … Read More