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Made-to-order food service launches at the Misericordia Hospital

Metro Magas sits in his Misericordia Community Hospital bed looking over his Covenant Cuisine menu as he decides what he wants ...

June 26, 2018

How to talk with someone who's dying

Hank Michalow knew he was dying. He spoke openly, unafraid to ask questions or to reveal his fears and wishes. The ...

June 19, 2018

Depression in men

The signs can look different for males

June 11, 2018

Staying healthy in the garden

Ermelindo Matiello has a passion for gardening and being in a wheelchair hasn’t stopped him from nurturing and caring for plants. ...

June 6, 2018

Six tips to help prevent heatstroke in seniors

Summer is the season to enjoy sunshine and rising temperatures. But we need to remember that hot weather can be dangerous, ...

June 4, 2018

Six tips for biking to work

Cycle commuting is fun, healthy and affordable

May 29, 2018

Get active at the office

Easy ways to work exercise into your day

May 23, 2018

Grey Nuns staff celebrate patient’s miracle baby

Ian David is considered a miracle baby by some.He was born healthy on April 26 even though his mother, Julieta Foronda—who ...

May 16, 2018

Support group helps healthcare staff thrive

Health care is a rewarding and demanding field. Similar to many occupations, healthcare staff can be at risk for work-related stress, ...

May 14, 2018

Five tips to become a better listener

Did you hear what was said? Instead of asking whether we heard a person, we should be checking to see whether ...

May 9, 2018