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Allegheny Health Network’s Center for Inclusion Health announced today the opening at Allegheny Valley Hospital of the network’s sixth Healthy Food Center.
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Akshay Khandelwal, MD, MBA, FACC, FSCAI, an interventional cardiologist and physician leader with the Henry Ford Health system, has been named Chair of the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at Allegheny Health Network.
Allegheny Health Network announced today the expansion of its unique work-study initiative, the Talent Attraction Program, to each full-service hospital across the network’s western Pennsylvania footprint. TAP is a first-of-its-kind work-study program in the region designed to significantly increase the number of diverse candidates for AHN employment opportunities across various allied health fields.
Registration is now open for the event on Saturday, July 15, at AHN Cancer Institute – Grove City
AHN Westfield Memorial Hospital (WMH) is now offering mammography patients the SmartCurve breast stabilization system, which is designed to greatly minimize discomfort without compromising breast imaging quality, workflow or dose.
Pediatricians at Allegheny Health Network are now offering pre-participation examinations (PPEs) for pediatric patients as the summer sports season quickly approaches.
Highmark and Pirates Charities will also donate AEDs to the Fields for Kids initiative
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Mom: Heart beats faster.
Baby: Active and turns.
Tip: Try prenatal yoga that can include asana (physical postures), pranayama (breath work), meditation, and relaxation. Or, try meditation and relaxation on your own. Always check with your doctor before doing a new activity.
Mom: May feel anxious and excited at the same time.
Baby: Eyes will soon open and fingerprints are forming.
Tip: Get your family ready and prepared for your new addition.
Mom: May have trouble sleeping due to baby’s movements.
Baby: Kicks, stretches, and responds to sound, baby may begin to recognize mom and partner’s voices.
Tip: Consider planning for “ Rooming In ”.
Mom: Immunity transfers to baby to protect them at birth.
Baby: Skull remains soft and flexible for the birth.
Tip: Make your house safe and sanitary for when the baby comes home.
Mom: Cervix starts to open and dilate, preparing for birth.
Baby: Vernix, a greasy, white material, coats the baby’s skin to prepare for delivery.
Mom: Breasts feel enlarged as milk comes in.
Baby: Infant hunger cues include: awakening, soft sounds, mouthing (clicks, sticking out tongue), hand-to-mouth activity, and increased crying.
Tip: Snack when your baby snacks. Include nutrients especially important to this trimester: protein, calcium, and iron.
Mom: This is the time for your OB/GYN check in to: evaluate you for postpartum, give a physical, discuss contraceptive options, and talk about breastfeeding.
Baby: Even small changes in eating, sleeping and/or crying can be signs of issues in newborns.
Tip: Know the symptoms of illness or complications with your newborn.
Mom: Sleep may be sparse, but it’s important.
Baby: Pacifiers can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Symptom (SIDS).
Tip: Sleep when your baby sleeps and know about the importance of sleep.
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Mom: Heart beats faster.
Baby: Active and turns.
Tip: Try prenatal yoga that can include asana (physical postures), pranayama (breath work), meditation, and relaxation. Or, try meditation and relaxation on your own. Always check with your doctor before doing a new activity.
Mom: May feel anxious and excited at the same time.
Baby: Eyes will soon open and fingerprints are forming.
Tip: Get your family ready and prepared for your new addition.
Mom: May have trouble sleeping due to baby’s movements.
Baby: Kicks, stretches, and responds to sound, baby may begin to recognize mom and partner’s voices.
Tip: Consider planning for “ Rooming In ”.
Mom: Immunity transfers to baby to protect them at birth.
Baby: Skull remains soft and flexible for the birth.
Tip: Make your house safe and sanitary for when the baby comes home.
Mom: Cervix starts to open and dilate, preparing for birth.
Baby: Vernix, a greasy, white material, coats the baby’s skin to prepare for delivery.
Mom: Breasts feel enlarged as milk comes in.
Baby: Infant hunger cues include: awakening, soft sounds, mouthing (clicks, sticking out tongue), hand-to-mouth activity, and increased crying.
Tip: Snack when your baby snacks. Include nutrients especially important to this trimester: protein, calcium, and iron.
Mom: This is the time for your OB/GYN check in to: evaluate you for postpartum, give a physical, discuss contraceptive options, and talk about breastfeeding.
Baby: Even small changes in eating, sleeping and/or crying can be signs of issues in newborns.
Tip: Know the symptoms of illness or complications with your newborn.
Mom: Sleep may be sparse, but it’s important.
Baby: Pacifiers can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Symptom (SIDS).
Tip: Sleep when your baby sleeps and know about the importance of sleep.
