Volume 6, Number 1Fall 2008
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We're Growing!
In late July, construction began on the expansion of Women & Babies Hospital. Home to the county’s only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Women & Babies Hospital has delivered more than 30,000 babies since opening its doors in June of 2000. Click here to read more. |
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Caring for the Men in Your Life: Easing Back Pain
Back pain. It may start with a jarring movement or it can build gradually, ranging in intensity from mild to severe, radiating anywhere from your cervical, or neck area, down through your hips and legs. The type of pain can vary as well, from sharp aches to dull throbbing to sudden spasms. Click here to read more. |
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Digital Mammography and the Center for Breast Health
On June 2, 2008, the Suzanne H. Arnold Center for Breast Health opened its doors on the Lancaster General Health Campus. Several of the services previously offered at the former Breast Care Center at Women & Babies Hospital have moved to the new Center, providing women with convenient access to comprehensive breast care. Click here to read more. |
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Healthwise: Hope After the Loss of a Baby
The Perinatal Palliative Care Team at Women & Babies Hospital offers compassionate and supportive care to families facing the challenge of a baby with a life-limiting or life-threatening diagnosis. The focus of the Palliative Care Team is on enhancing the quality of life for baby, while offering support and hope to parents and family members. Click here to read more. |
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Healthwise: New GYN-Oncology Practice
Lancaster General is pleased to introduce George J. Olt, MD, and our new practice for women, GYN-Oncology of Lancaster. Located on the Lancaster General Health Campus, the practice specializes in the surgical treatment of women with cancer and pre-malignant lesions of the reproductive organs. Click here to read more. |
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Healthwise: What Is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in your cells and is necessary for normal bodily functions. Seventy-five percent of cholesterol is produced by your liver and other cells in your body; the other 25% comes from the foods you eat. Click here to read more. |
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Healthwise: Exercise After a Baby
We’ve been teaching new mothers how to push their babies out. Now we’ll teach them how to put it all back together,” says Erika Maust-Neiderer, a physical therapist at Women & Babies Hospital, introducing our new postpartum exercise program that launches in September. Click here to read more. |
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That Lancaster General is expanding its downtown facility and adding physical therapy services? |
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