Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 1A Med/Surg Nurse Nicole Sigmund, BSN, RN, is the latest recipient of the esteemed DAISY Award. Sigmund was nominated by a patient for the compassion she showed and care she provided following the patient’s stay at the hospital this summer. The DAISY Award is a national recognition that honors the unsung […]
Many people consider the change of seasons a good time to clean out and get organized at home. Medication is one category of household items that easily accumulate over time, and it’s important to regularly check what you have on hand and ensure you are storing them safely. This contributes to a tidier home, and […]
A medical day care center called Nurses ’n Kids is the latest business to announce plans to set up shop at Milford Wellness Village. Nurses ’n Kids provides programs designed to care for infants and children with acute & chronic medical needs, developmental delays and nutritional deficiencies that cannot be provided by a regular day […]
Bayhealth Cancer Institute recently held its ninth annual Runway of Hope fundraiser at Rehoboth Beach Country Club. The event, which features a silent auction, plated luncheon and fashion show, supports the Institute’s Survivorship Program. This year’s event raised more than $83,000. The Survivorship Program supports cancer patients as they transition from cancer treatment to cancer […]
Bayhealth Medical Center HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a common virus that can go away on its own like many other viruses. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 80 percent of people will get an HPV infection in their lifetime. HPV infections that don’t go away can lead to six […]
Bayhealth Primary Care, Airport Road welcomed family medicine doctor Olivia Castro, DO. She joins Loretta Edmondson, MD; G. Mitchell Edmondson, MD; Jonathan Simon, MD; and Cindy Siu, MD. Dr. Castro is now accepting new patients. The practice is part of the Bayhealth Medical Group, a partnership of highly trained physicians, their clinical staff, and an […]
When Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus Day Surgery Scheduler Charyl McNulty developed debilitating low back pain that impeded her ability to move and function at home or work, she found substantial relief and healing in the smallest treatment method possible. McNulty visited Bayhealth Outpatient Rehabilitation, Sussex Campus for a thorough neuromuscular and skeletal assessment. Part of […]
Staff Report The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) continues to participate in a multi-state investigation into an outbreak of severe pulmonary disease reported across the country. As of today, 38 states, including Delaware, have reported cases of lung injury associated with use of e-cigarette products (e.g., devices, liquids, refill pods, and cartridges). The Centers […]
Delaware’s 2018-2019 flu season saw more than 6,000 confirmed flu cases. Nationwide, more than 37 million people had the flu, with an estimated 36,400 to 61,200 flu-related deaths across the country. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting the annual flu vaccine. Bayhealth Occupational Health Medical Director Parvathi Somasundaram, MD, encourages everyone […]
Delaware Hospice would like to thank the hard work and dedication of the Coastal Corvette Club of Delaware, Inc. They donated $4,185 to help support Delaware Hospice’s programs and services throughout the state. The funds were raised during their 3rd Annual Golf Outing held on September 12th at The Rookery North Golf Course, Milford. The […]
