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Spring 2009

Spring 2009
Vol. 8, No. 3
 

 
Lancaster General is committed to cancer survivorship, including cancer prevention programs, screening programs to detect cancer at the earliest possible stages, and nurse navigators who guide patients through the challenging phases of cancer treatment. In addition, Lancaster General’s wellness programs may help to reduce the impact oflate and long-term effects from cancer treatment regimes. Click here to read the full story.

Non-Invasive Testing for Heart Health

The Heart Center at Lancaster General provides advanced diagnostic testing to give you and your doctor the information you need to make informed decisions. The tests are non-invasive, and allow our specialized team of experts the opportunity to see how your heart is working when at rest and during physical activity.  Click here to read the full story.

 
When a patient faces the often painful and debilitating effects of a chronic illness, palliative care is one of the options available to help ease the discomfort. Palliative care focuses specifically on managing the discomfort associated with a patient's chronic illnesses. Click here to read the full story.

On a Mission to Prevent Colon Cancer

A colonoscopy has a reputation of being an important but unpleasant procedure, but today’s colonoscopy isn’t as terrifying as many people believe it to be. The Community Health and Oncology teams at Lancaster General are on a mission to have more people in Lancaster County tested for colon and rectal cancer. Click here to read the full story.

New Operating Room Gives Trauma Team State-of-the-Art Tools

Time is critical when providing care and treatment to trauma patients with potentially life-threatening injuries. At Lancaster General Hospital, a new operating room (O.R.) dedicated to trauma patients provides our medical staff with the most advanced tools available to provide quality emergency care the moment that it’s needed. Click here to read the full story.

Helping Kids Avoid Injury to Stay in the Game

Lancaster General's Orthopedic Center is planning an event that will help kids reduce their risk of injury and provide education about muscle and bone health. Staying in the Game is a free, three-hour event for young adults to participate in interactive activities that educate them about safe, healthy lifestyles.  Click here to read the full story.

 
Finding healthy food and keeping track of calories, fat and sodium content can be a challenge, especially when you're on the go. That’s why the Lancaster General Wellness Center’s Healthy Weight Management initiative and Food Service Department have teamed up to help make healthy eating a lot easier. Click here to read the full story.

 

 

 

Generally Speaking is published quarterly by the Marketing Department of Lancaster General to present health information to the people of Lancaster County. Health information provided in Generally Speaking should not be substituted for medical advice offered by a physician. Please consult with your physician on medical concerns and questions.
Richard Reitz, Coordinating Editor
rereitz@LancasterGeneral.org
 
Pamela Gunzenhauser, Graphic Designer
pmgunzen@LancasterGeneral.org
Lancaster General Leadership
Thomas E. Beeman, President & CEO, Lancaster General
Jan L. Bergen, Executive Vice President for Strategic Implementation, Chief Mission Officer
Frank J Byorick III, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Robert P. Macina, Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative/Legal Officer
Marion A. McGowan, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Regina M Mingle, Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resource Officer
Lee Duke II, Senior Vice President, Chief Physician Executive

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