Newsweek Names Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital Among America’s Best

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ChristianaCare’s Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital has been named to Newsweek’s 2023 list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers. The award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world’s leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award recognized 280 leading inpatient rehabilitation facilities in 25 states and four regions. The Center for […] The post Newsweek Names …

ChristianaCare Honors Two Difference-Makers

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ChristianaCare’s Council of Advisors recently recognized longtime partners in serving our community with love and excellence with awards for their commitment to the health of our neighbors. Penny Saridakis: Distinguished service Penny Saridakis, immediate past chair of the ChristianaCare Council of Advisors, received the 2023 Charles J. Harrington Award for Distinguished Service to ChristianaCare. The […] The post ChristianaCare Honors …

Acute Nursing Care Goes Virtual

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At ChristianaCare, our patients are our number one priority. That perspective keeps us thinking about new ways to deliver care, including those that allow our caregivers to put their knowledge, skills and focus to the best use. As a Magnet® organization, ChristianaCare drives innovation in nursing practice. Read more. Virtual acute care nursing is one […] The post Acute Nursing …

Black History Month: A time to focus on breast health

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Black History Month, celebrated the entire month of February, is a time to reflect, celebrate and acknowledge the contributions, achievements, and experiences of African Americans throughout history. Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition is taking this month to recognize the many African American men and women who have overcome one of the toughest battles of their lives – surviving breast cancer. “Unfortunately, …

ChristianaCare CareVio® Earns Reaccreditation in Case Management and Population Health

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ChristianaCare CareVio®, an award-winning care management organization serving individuals with acute, chronic and complex health care needs, has earned reaccreditation at the highest level of three years. The reaccreditation — in the areas of case management and population health — is from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to […] The post ChristianaCare CareVio® …

ChristianaCare Honored for ‘Meritorious’ Surgical Outcomes for 10th Time

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ChristianaCare has been honored as one of only 78 institutions out of 615 by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress for achieving “meritorious” outcomes in surgical patient care. This is the tenth time that ChristianaCare has been recognized through the organization’s National Surgical Quality Improvement Program – also known as ACS NSQIP – […] The post ChristianaCare Honored …

Dinner for Two: Almond-Crusted Cod with Baby Potatoes and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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Cozy up with this rustic Spanish-inspired meal for two. Make-ahead sauce and one-pan cooking means this meal can be on the table quickly. Cod, an excellent source of lean protein, is high in vitamin B12 and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Topped with crunchy antioxidant-rich almonds and served with nutrient-dense spinach, this simple […] The post Dinner for …

ChristianaCare Scientists Discover New Link to Colon Cancer Stem Cell Growth

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In a major research discovery, scientists at ChristianaCare’s Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute have uncovered a link between two main cellular pathways involved in the development of colorectal cancer. The link is an enzyme called CYP26A1 that is connected to retinoic acid (RA) and WNT (Wingless & Int-1) signaling, and its discovery […] The post ChristianaCare Scientists …

How Much Water Is Too Much?

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You’ve probably heard that it’s important to drink enough water and that water is the healthiest beverage. While these things are true, you can drink too much water. Overhydration may cause health problems. So may dehydration – drinking too little. Click here to make an appointment with Candacy George, D.O. Being well-hydrated Being well-hydrated helps […] The post How Much …

Hearty, Flavorful Harira

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Based on the traditional Moroccan soup harira, this hearty dish is cozy and flavorful. Cubed lamb simmers low and slow in a fragrant tomato-based broth until fork tender. Heart-healthy and weight loss-friendly chickpeas and lentils round out this nutritious soup. Packed with protein and fiber, these satisfying low-calorie legumes keep you full longer. Not a […] The post Hearty, Flavorful …