Strawberry, Kale and Farro Salad
The pop of red makes the winter a little brighter. This Simply Salad contest-winning dish was submitted by Tracey Wilkie, Office of Clinical Integration, UMass Memorial Health, Worcester, MA
Serves 4
Milk is Off the Menu
A scoop of ice cream or a tall glass of milk with freshly baked cookies can be a great treat, but what if these treats cause an upset stomach on a regular basis?
Nursing Quality Measures
Nursing care at UMass Memorial Medical Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and safety to our patients. As part of this commitment, we provide you with the table below, which displays information on nurse-to-patient ratios for all the Intensive Care Units (ICUs) within UMass Memorial Medical Center. We have made this information available to you in accordance with Massachusetts regulation 958 CMR 8.00.
5 Exercises to Prevent an Aching Neck
One of the things many of us take for granted is a pain-free neck. It's only when we have a stiff or painful neck that we wish we had taken preventive measures. The exercises discussed below are to strengthen and stretch a normal neck.
Quality and Safety
ICU Nurse to Patient Ratios
Our ICU nurse to patient ratios are listed below:
Reporting Period: July - September 2021
Important Tips for Your Mammogram
Please contact your doctor's office if you have any questions about the day of the test. Below are some important reminders:
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Contact your insurance company directly before your appointment if you have any questions about coverage, co-pays, or deductibles.
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Bring all of your insurance information with you to your appointment.
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Dress comfortably; separates such as tops and pants or a skirt are best. You will disrobe from the waist up and we will provide a gown.
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Mammograms do not require medication and are non-invasive.
Plan a Healthy Thanksgiving from Start to Finish
It's that time of year again. We're all looking forward to the holidays but not to the inevitable weight we put on while celebrating. But does it really have to be inevitable?
Tuscan Salad
A colorful salad to accompany your holiday meal. This Simply Salad contest winning dish was submitted by Gina Halbedel, Ambulatory Services, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, MA
Serves 4
Preemie 101: The Doctor Said Your Baby Can Come Home - Now What?
Many new parents are often shocked when the time comes to bring their newborn baby home. They can't believe that the hospital is going to entrust them with such a tiny little human, and oftentimes, they feel incapable of meeting the needs of their new boss.
Eating Through the Holidays
The season of eating your way through Halloween to Valentine's Day or even Easter is coming upon us with maddening speed. So many celebrations with delicious treats everywhere you look! It's easy to lose track of your family's health goals. How can you stay in control?
