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August 13, 2014
July 11, 2014
Inpatient Rehab Provides Better Outcome, Study Finds
The largest study of its kind to date finds that patients who are treated in inpatient rehabilitation hospitals go home faster, stay home longer and live longer than those who are treated at a nursing home, or skilled nursing facility. “This is confirmation of the quality data and outcomes that we... Read More
July 9, 2014
When Every Minute Matters – Surviving a Severe Heart Attack
Willie Salazar, 59, was scheduled for a stress test following two weeks of chest pain. “It was a stingy pain that wouldn’t let me breathe,” he describes. That stress test never happened. May 16, 2014 Willie was home alone when the chest pain returned and did not go away. “It got stronger and... Read More
June 23, 2014
Lovelace Care Concierge Program Eases Patient Access to Providers
Lovelace Health System launched the Lovelace Care Concierge program in 2014 as a way to help patients connect with health care providers more easily following hospitalization. First available to TRICARE members at Kirtland Air Force Base, followed by Molina, the program is now available to anyone... Read More
June 19, 2014
Treating Aphasia and Regaining Communication after Stroke
Speech Language Pathology Manager at Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital, Jennie Saavedra Duran, M.S., CCC-SLP joins us today to talk about a common communication disorder many stroke patients face to better understand Aphasia and how speech therapy can help both patients and their loved ones. What is... Read More
June 11, 2014
Gaining Life Back One Step at a Time
Families of loved ones who have suffered from a devastating stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI) remember exactly when life changed for them. All of the sudden the person who was vibrant, talkative and active is now facing the challenge of getting back to that life with an unforeseen path of... Read More
May 1, 2014
Every 40 Seconds – Recognizing Stroke Month with Award-Winning Stroke Care
Yolanda Alcantar, CNRN, Nurse Manager at Lovelace Medical Center shares Lovelace Medical Center’s recent recognition by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and how this is improving outcomes for stroke patients. According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke... Read More
April 15, 2014
Should you take a daily aspirin during pregnancy?
Could a daily “baby” aspirin help ensure the safe delivery of healthy babies? Recent research examines what role aspirin may play in both reducing the risk of miscarriage, as well as reducing the risk of developing preeclampsia later in pregnancy. However, health care providers also warn expectant... Read More
April 10, 2014
Skip the ER? Treating Foot and Ankle Wounds in the Clinic
Accidents and injuries happen. In fact, injuries to the foot and ankle are happening more often as our aging population continues to lead active lifestyles. However, with 7 to 10 percent of Emergency Department visits attributed to ankle sprains, health care providers say more people need to know... Read More
April 10, 2014