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Ali's legacy from the Parkinson community's perspective
When celebrities develop a disease, many choose to use their power and fame to bring attention and research dollars to their ailment. The efforts of these “limelight ambassadors” affect thousands of people worldwide, offering hope and a window into the mysterious world of disease progression. In this respect, Muhammad Ali really was the greatest. Ali … Read More
Hoag Named One of '100 Great Hospitals'
Hoag has again been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the “100 Great Hospitals in America.” This is the fourth year (2012, 2013, 2015 and 2016) Hoag has received this designation and is again the only hospital in Orange County to make the list. The hospitals on this list are well-known for a … Read More
Hoag Hospital Opens Wellness Center in Newport Beach to Serve Low-income Families
The Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living opened this month in Newport Beach. The community wellness center will provide low-income families with services intended to meet physical, psychological and spiritual needs. Hoag Hospital, a nonprofit organization, converted a two-story office building into free office space for 15 nonprofits working on issues such as improving … Read More
Charity: Circle 1000 Raises $840K for Hoag Family Cancer Institute
Hoag Hospital Foundation held its 29th annual Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch at Island Hotel on May 9 and raised $840,000 to benefit the Hoag Family Cancer Institute. More than 350 Circle 1000 donors and friends, along with Hoag physicians and staff, attended the luncheon to celebrate a legacy of service to those affected by … Read More
What you need to know about Zika before you travel
If your summer plans include travel to Zika-infected regions, take precaution. The Zika virus epidemic is predicted to get bigger, and women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and their male partners should weigh the risks before boarding a plane. With the summer Olympics set in Brazil, it is likely that Orange County’s … Read More
Orange County leads the nation in effective stroke treatment
May is Stroke Awareness Month, and when it comes to a stroke, it's important to act FAST. FAST refers to the symptoms and instructions to consider if you suspect someone is having a stroke: Face – Face drooping Arm – Arm weakness Speech – Speech difficulty Time – Time to call 911 to get to … Read More
Hoag Opens Wellness Center for Holistic Needs
Hoag Hospital unveiled a new community wellness center Wednesday that will provide low-income families with services intended to meet physical, psychological and spiritual needs. The nonprofit hospital turned a two-story office building into the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living. Hoag is providing free space to 15 nonprofits working on issues such as preventing … Read More
Setting Boundaries with Teens: Sticking to “No”
Last winter, Tracy Jenkins begged her mother, Patty, for a new pair of Sorel winter boots. They were expensive, but Patty found a pair on sale and brought them home for her daughter, who was very excited to have them … for about three months. This year, Patty bought a pair of winter boots for … Read More
100 Great Hospitals in America | 2016
Hoag was named to the list for the fourth year (2012, 2013, 2015 and 2016) for having a strong history of innovation, providing top-notch care to patients, leading clinical advancement with forward-thinking research or holding an irreplaceable spot in their communities. To view the full list from Becker's Hospital Review, please click here.
Hoag Receives $7 Million Nursing Gift
Newport Beach philanthropists George and Julia Argyros on Thursday announced a $7 million gift to Hoag Hospital to pay for continuing education for nurses. The donation, which will be given over five years, will provide scholarships for nurses to improve their skills and take on expanded clinical roles, hospital officials said. “George and I are … Read More