The John H. Ammon Medical Education Center auditorium hummed with energy on Nov. 14 as caregivers gathered to celebrate their colleagues’ dedication to health care quality improvement. It was time for the ChristianaCare Way Awards. Project posters lined the walls, and the standing-room-only crowd buzzed with anticipation as the program kicked off at ChristianaCare’s Newark […] The post ChristianaCare Way …
Let’s face it, Thanksgiving is going to look different this year. Whether you are a turkey novice who will be cooking Thanksgiving for the very first time or a Thanksgiving pro who will be cooking for two rather than the typical twenty, this step-by step-plan for an easy-to-make meal will satisfy all of your Thanksgiving […] The post Gobble It …
Flu season arrives every year after the weather cools down. Influenza (the flu virus) spreads most dramatically during the fall and winter, when people spend more time indoors. Flu-related myths also tend to spread at this time of year. Here are the most common myths: Not sure where to get your flu shot? Find out. Myth: […] The post Flu-Related Myths: …
Irregular menstrual periods. Excess facial hair. Acne breakouts years after puberty. Difficulty getting pregnant. These are some of the common symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition caused by a hormone imbalance. Between 5 and 10 percent of women and people assigned female at birth have PCOS. Learn more about PCOS or schedule an […] The post How Polycystic …
You’ve probably seen doctors on TV working with professional sports teams, helping athletes stretch before a big game or treating injuries that arise on the field. But if you’re not a pro athlete, will you ever need to see a sports medicine provider? The answer is: absolutely. Sports medicine is another name for non-operative orthopedics; […] The post What is …
The eBrightHealth Accountable Care Organization (ACO) reduced health care spending by approximately $2.4 million for its 27,000 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023, while achieving a quality score of 88.4%, according to recently released performance data by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. “These strong results reflect eBrightHealth ACO’s steadfast commitment to our Medicare beneficiaries,” […] The post eBrightHealth ACO …
Bill Wilson isn’t one to just watch the parade. He leads it. Residents of Wilmington, Delaware, are used to seeing Wilson, a drum major, lead celebrations from parades to barbecues to birthdays. But the last few years haven’t exactly been a party for him. On the national list for a kidney transplant, Wilson waited patiently. […] The post The Beat …
Instead of wasting away in a landfill, more than seven tons of material, including unneeded and expired medical supplies, were whisked away from ChristianaCare’s Newark campus this past year, then donated to groups that use them with purpose. The efforts also have helped ChristianaCare significantly reduce its contribution to health care pollution. The term “health […] The post Environmental Sustainability …
ChristianaCare’s Salutes! Employee Resource Group (ERG) honored caregivers and community members who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with flag-raising ceremonies at the health system’s campuses in Cecil County, Newark and Wilmington. On the Newark campus, the event featured a performance by the Delaware Military Alliance Choir. Allen Smith, MSN, MSM, RN, CCNS-BC, vice […] The post ChristianaCare Honors …
Perry Spevack has always been blessed with strong health — and his awareness of it is part of the blessing. “I’m now 62 and I’ll be honest: I just always seem to feel great,” he said. Part of the reason, though, would be how he gives. For him, it’s not leading with a check but […] The post Perry Spevack …
