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News | 2009
December 2009 Feature Articles:
Eat, Drink, and be Merry!
I don’t know about you, but eating during the holidays is a lot of fun. Typically you have meals or special foods that are only made during the holiday season. The only problem is, due to the occasions, many tend to overindulge in that special meal. One serving turns into two, or three, or four… As much as you may look forward to the holidays, many dread it because it is hard to control yourself. This article aims at giving you not only practical tips to lightening up those recipes, but also tips to help you enjoy the meal without overindulging.read more about Eat, Drink, and be Merry!
Managing Holiday Stress
It’s that time again—the whirlwind of gift-giving, baking, and parties that come with the holiday season. While this is a time of joy and merriment for many of us, we may also feel overwhelmed by the extra effort needed to accomplish both our daily tasks and holiday demands. Let’s take a look at stress and how to deal with stress over the holiday season.read more about Managing Holiday Stress
The True Meaning of Christmas
Christmas Time! Christmas Time! For many people this is a time of the year when they have mixed feelings. They want to feel excited and happy but instead feel overwhelmed and sad. They want to feel relaxed and calm but instead feel stretched and tense. They would like to relive the “good ole days” but know those days are gone forever. Then people question “What is the true meaning of Christmas?” in this day and age.read more about The True Meaning of Christmas
On January 5, 2010, Winter Haven Hospital will host a seminar with Sidney Dekker, PhD., a world-renowned expert on organizational culture and the role it plays in correcting human errors in the work place. The seminar is free and open to the public.
December 9, 2009November 2009 Feature Articles:
November 14th is World Diabetes Day
November is American Diabetes MonthWorld Diabetes Day was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the increasing health threat that diabetes now poses. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2007. This year sees the first of a five-year campaign that will address the growing need for diabetes education and prevention programs.
Winter Haven Hospital Foundation celebrates Gala’s 20th Anniversary
The Winter Haven Hospital Foundation will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Gala. The Gala is Polk County’s signature fundraising event and is the Foundation’s major fundraiser each year.
read more about the Gala's 20th Anniversary
October 2009 Feature Articles:
October 10: World Mental Health Day
October 4-10: National Mental Illness Awareness WeekThe World Federation for Mental Health has declared October 10, 2009 as World Mental Health Day. Their global awareness campaign addresses the "continuing need to make mental health a global priority and stresses the all to-often neglected fact that mental health is an integral element of every individual’s overall health and well-being."
The Chair of World Mental Health Day, L. Patti Franciosi, PhD and the President of the World Federation for Mental Health, Professor John Copel wrote, "Mental Health disorders continue to be a serious and expensive global health issue, affecting people of all ages and from all cultures and socio-economic status. Major depression ranks fourth in terms of disability adjusted life years and will soon be the second leading cause of disability worldwide." The authors also noted, "There can be no health without mental health"; this has been confirmed by advances in Mental Health research and practice over the past 50 years.
read more about World Mental Health Awareness
HEART TO HEART SUPPORT GROUP
Posted: October 7, 2009 The Heart to Heart Support Group meets from 3:00 to 4:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month. The meeting place is the Wellness Center Conference Room, Winter Haven Hospital, 200 Avenue F, NE, Winter Haven, FL. Please enter through the main hospital lobby and stop at the front desk for directions to the room. The next meeting will be October 13, 2009.This support group is for those who have any type of cardiac problems, their family members and care givers. Or, if you are simply interested in learning more about heart disease and cardiac care, you are welcome to attend.
For more information, you may call the Winter Haven Hospital’s Cardiac Rehab Services at 297-1877 or 293-1121, Ext. 1227.Total Joint Replacement Class
Posted: September 30, 2009 Winter Haven Hospital is pleased to offer a free community class, “Total Joint Replacement” on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 12:30pm to 1:30pm, in the Swann 6 Day Room, Winter Haven Hospital, 200 Avenue F, NE, Winter Haven. This class is designed for any individual considering or is scheduled for total joint replacement. Please try to attend at least two weeks prior to your surgery.
You will get answers to questions regarding your surgery (before and after). Some of those concerns may be:
1. Will I experience much pain?
2. When will I be able to exercise?
3. How long will I have to stay in the hospital?
4. Will I need any special equipment?
5. What kind of follow-up care is required?The instructors for the class are Orthopedic Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Physical Therapists from the Winter Haven Hospital Rehab Center.
For more information and to reserve your place in the class, please feel free to call the program facilitator, Robin Testerman, RN, Orthopedic Services, Winter Haven Hospital, at 297-1806.
Transforming the Brain: Healing the Body through Meditation
From Winter Haven Hospital's Healthy Living Series
Posted: September 29, 2009 Winter Haven Hospital is pleased to announce the presentation of “Transforming the Brain: Healing the Body through Meditation” on Monday, October 12, 2009, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. This is the second in the Winter Haven Hospital’s Healthy Living Series being held at the Winter Haven Public Library. The lectures will be held in the library’s Multi-Purpose Room.The facilitator for this program will be Susan Quinn, Consultant & Certified Meditation Instructor, The Sage-ing Program. She has practiced meditation for more than fifteen years. She will discuss the meaning, different types and benefits of meditation. If you have never practiced meditation, you may ask, “Why should one meditate?”
For more information and to make your reservation for this free community program, please call the Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection office at 863- 291-6705 or 1-400-416-6705.
- Healthier Heart
- Lower Blood Pressure
- Better Sleep
- Increased Brainpower and Alertness
- Greater Happiness
Balance Screening
(Free Community Program)
The program will be held at Winter Haven Hospital’s Outpatient Rehab Center, Gill Jones Building, 3425 Lake Alfred Road, Winter Haven, Florida. The program will be facilitated by Physical Therapists from the Rehab Center. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Posted: September 29, 2009 Winter Haven Hospital will be presenting a free community Balance Screening on Thursday October 15, 2009, from 11:00am to 12:30pm. Included will be a lecture, individual balance screening and simple exercises to improve your balance.If you are experiencing loss of balance or fear of falling, this screening may help you. You will be given information on what contributes to balance, a screening of your balance ability, and some suggestions on improving your balance.
For more information and to make your reservations, please call the Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection at 863-291-6705 or 1-800-416-6705, weekdays, 8:00am to 4:00pm. Space is limited so you will want to call early.
September 2009 Feature Articles:
Prostate CancerCancer of the prostate is the most common cancer among American men and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men, after lung cancer. Prostate cancer affects 1 in 6 men in the United States.
Prostate cancer does not usually produce any noticeable symptoms in its early stages; so many cases of prostate cancer aren’t detected until the cancer has spread beyond the prostate. For most men, prostate cancer is first detected during a routine screening such as a digital rectal exam or a blood test called prostate specific antigen test (PSA).
Healthy Aging: Preventing Falls
As we enter our “golden years,” we look forward to things like traveling, visiting with our children and grandchildren, and enjoying the “good life.” None of us want to think about falling, yet, the risk of falling starts to limit what people feel they can do. If you are experiencing that uneasy feeling that your balance is not as good as it once was, have sensations of light headedness, unsteadiness on your feet or feel like your spinning, you could be developing a decline in your balance.
Measuring the Quality of Inpatient Rehabilitation at Winter Haven Hospital
Winter Haven Hospital Joy-Fuller Rehabilitation Center helps patients in our community regain their independence following back injuries, bone and joint injuries, strokes, brain injuries and major surgery.
Joy-Fuller Rehabilitation Center is the only accredited inpatient rehabilitation facility in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties. Some Skilled Nursing Facilities call themselves rehabilitation centers, but they are not accredited. They are licensed as nursing homes. Your doctor may recommend post acute care in a rehabilitation center. The patient and family have the right to choose the facility.
read more on Inpatient Rehabilitation at Winter Haven Hospital
Winter Haven Hospital receives American Stroke Association’s 2009 Get With The Guidelines Gold Performance Achievement Award
August 28, 2009Winter Haven Hospital earns National Quality Award
August 17, 2009Beatlemania! The Fab Four headline Hospital’s 20th Foundation Gala
June 16, 2009Community invited to nominate candidates for Winter Haven Hospital Board of Trustees
June 30, 20092009 Nurses of the Year
Winter Haven Hospital Honors Its Volunteers…
‘Hands that Serve, Hearts that Care’
Arpil 24, 2009
The Winter Haven Hospital Volunteers were recognized for their outstanding service and accomplishments at the Hospital’s Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held at the Lake Ashton Golf Club Ballroom. The Special Event was attended by over 150 volunteers and hosted by the Hospital’s Executive Management Staff.
Many Volunteers were recognized for their outstanding contribution of service during the past year: The top honor … the Prestigious Volunteer Spirit Award Recipients were: Anna Kauffman, Cardiac Rehab Department; Adam Gray, Patient Information Desk; Joyce Lawson, Outpatient Rehab Center; Shelley DiNunzio, Nursing Recruitment & Retention
The Event Program was full and included: The Installation of Officers for the Winter Haven Hospital Auxiliary, The Auxiliary’s 2nd Annual Youth Scholarship Awards; The Presentation of the Volunteer Services Annual Financial Gift Checks total $140,000: $130,000 was the 2nd payment on the Auxiliary’s Pledge of $1 million dollars for the New Grande Lobby; and, an additional $10,000 was for the Endowed Scholarship Fund.Babysitting Class
(For ages 11 - 14)
June 25, 2009Winter Haven Hospital will be offering a Babysitting Class on, Tuesday, July 14, 2009, from 9:00am to 5:00pm, in the Regency Medical Center classrooms. The Regency is located at 101 Avenue O, SE (Corner of First St, S. & Ave O, SE), Winter Haven.
This one day class is designed for young people ages 11 to 14 years of age. The emphasis for this course is on safety, being a responsible babysitter, accident prevention, and how to handle emergencies. Also included are Child CPR, nap and bedtime strategies, snack & meal time routines, and tips for age appropriate playtime activities.
The cost of the class is $30.00 and pre-registration is required. To request an application, please call the Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection office (weekdays, 8am - 4pm) at 863-291-6705 or 800-416-6705.Unifying the Mind Through Meditation
(For beginners & those with some experience)
June 25, 2009Winter Haven Hospital is pleased to present, as a part of the Sage-ing Program, a four week series, “Unifying the Mind Through Meditation.” The class will be from 10:00 am to 11:30 am beginning Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at the Gill Jones Center, 3425 Lake Alfred Road (Hwy 17 N.), Winter Haven. This series will continue on July 15th, 22nd, and 29th.
If you have never meditated before, but would like to learn more about it, this may be the class for you. Why should you meditate?
* A healthier heart * Lower blood pressure
* Increased alertness * Increased brainpower
* Better sleep * Greater happinessWe will discuss the meaning of meditation and try to answer your questions about meditation. Each week we will practice a different type of meditation and help you to find one that is right for you. The facilitator for the class will be Susan Quinn, a certified meditation instructor, as well as being an independent consultant and trainer in the areas of conflict and communication. The cost for each session is $5.00.
For more information and to register for this program, please call the Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection at 291-6705 or 1-800-416-6705, weekdays 8:00am - 4:00pm.
“Living with Diabetes”
June 22, 2009Winter Haven Hospital is pleased to present “Living with Diabetes,” a series of four classes, which meets the first four Wednesdays of each month from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. The next series starts on July 1, 2009, with classes continuing on the 8th, 15th, and 22nd. The classes are held in the Winter Haven Hospital Education Classrooms, 200 Ave F, NE, Winter Haven. Topics covered will be:
- Overview of Diabetes
- Meal Planning
- Self-blood glucose monitoring
- Awareness of complications
- Dealing with stress
The goal of the program is to motivate individuals with diabetes to follow their treatment plan, to enhance a full life, and to prevent complications.
The fee for the entire series is $25.00 per family. No fee is charged for those who have previously attended the series, or those who have been hospitalized in the past 8 weeks at a Winter Haven Hospital facility.
For more information or to register, please call the Winter Haven Hospital Education Department at 297-1706, weekdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.First Big Bass Bash about much more than fishing prize
March 1, 2009The sunburned crowed pushed forward and surrounded a laundry basked perched atop a scale as Beatles tunes filled the air in Lake Shipp Park.
"Oh, my God, that's a monster," said one woman as a wiggling 10-pound, 6-ounce largemouth bass caught by Winter Haven resident Terry Jones was held up for the crowd to see before it was tossed in the basket to be weighed. Like all of the fish caught during the event, the bass was returned to the lake after it was officially weighed.
read more about the First Big Bass Bash
Winter Haven Hospital to celebrate nursing Magnet™ status at Feb. 24th event
February 17, 2009Winter Haven Hospital will officially celebrate its designation as a nursing Magnet hospital with an event on Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. The public is invited to join hospital staff and community leaders in commemoration of the achievement at the Winter Haven Hospital Healing Garden.
The hospital is the first in Polk County to achieve Magnet status, which has been granted to approximately 5 percent of the nation’s hospitals by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
read more about the Magnet celebration
First Annual Big Bass Bash will benefit Regency Medical Center for Infants and Women
February 17, 2009Break out the tackle boxes. Fire up the bass boats. Bring your lawn chairs. The inaugural Big Bass Bash promises to be one of Polk County’s premier sporting events and community festivals. And it’s all for a good cause: supporting the care of infants and women at Winter Haven Hospital’s Regency Medical Center.
read more about the First Annual Big Bass Bash
Winter Haven Hospital's Cassidy Cancer Center welcomes Dr. Robert Cassell
January 27, 2009Winter Haven Hospital is pleased to announce that Robert H. Cassell, M.D., has joined the hospital’s new Cassidy Cancer Center as Medical Director.
As Medical Director, Dr. Cassell will oversee clinical programs at the center and also will serve as an associate professor of medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Through its affiliation with UF, the Cassidy Cancer Center gives patients access to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment locally as well as access to clinical trial therapies offered at the nationally recognized academic medical center in Gainesville.
read more about Dr. Cassell at the Cassidy Cancer Center
Winter Haven Hospital Heart Smart Days
January 27, 2009To register for these events, call Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection at (863) 291-6705 or 1(800) 416-6705. Refreshments and educational materials will be provided. Health care professionals will be on site to answer questions.
