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Posted: Apr 23, 2020

DIY First-aid: What You Need & When to Use It

Written by SMH Copywriter Phil Lederer

Maintaining a fully stocked first-aid kit is a must for every household - as is knowing when to treat at home, when to head to an urgent care center and when to call 9-1-1. We reached out to Sarasota Memorial's Trauma Services Injury Prevention Coordinator Susan Williams, RN, BSN, and pediatric hospitalist Jessie L. Hoang, MD, for their take on what a first-aid/emergency kit should include. Check out their recommendations. 

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Posted: Apr 2, 2020

Mask Wearing 101: How to Use & Re-Use a Face Mask

With Sarasota Memorial Nurse Jennifer Sorensen, RN

Face masks are only effective when they are handled, worn, stored and disposed of properly. Used improperly, and the masks actually become vehicles for spreading germs. Sarasota Memorial nurse Jennifer Sorensen, RN, offers a step-by-step mask-wearing how-to, along with some do's and don'ts, in this video blog.

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Posted: Feb 11, 2020

Pregnant? Know These Warning Signs

Written by Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Washington Hill

Did you know that pregnancy can put women at increased risk for a range of medical issues? It's important for pregnant women - and their loved ones - to know the warning signs for these issues. Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist and OB-GYN Dr. Washington Hill explains.

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Posted: Jan 28, 2020

The Subtle Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer, the "disease that whispers," can cause subtle symptoms that are easily attributable to other conditions, including pelvic pressure, bladder irritation, fullness after meals, early satiety and bloating. You don't need to run to the doctor if you wake up bloated one day, but if symptoms don't go away or do increase in severity, you should schedule an appointment with your doctor.

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Posted: Dec 10, 2019

Protecting Moms & Babies from Serious Illness

By SMH Director of Obstetrical Services Judy Cavallaro

A woman's immune system is naturally weakened during pregnancy, making it challenging for pregnant mothers to fight off bacterial or viral infections like the flu and whooping cough. Thankfully, there are vaccines available to protect both mom-to-be and her developing baby from these infections. Find out why it's important pregnant women get these shots and where they can get them for free.

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