Murphys, CA…Competitive runners, and people who just enjoy a stroll in the verdant countryside, are invited to take part in the 7th annual Off the Beaten Path on Saturday, April 28 in Murphys Community Park. The money raised will go to support Mind Matters, the Murphys based non-profit clinic that treats autism and other learning […]
Arnold, Twain Harte & Groveland, CA…What To Do If You Get the Flu? I’m guessing that the flu isn’t on your top-10 wish list, right? But just in case you get sick this flu season, here’s a list of 10 things you can do to help ease your symptoms—and to stop the flu in its […]
Murphys, CA…Autism or autism spectrum disorder [ASD] describes a category of complex disorders of brain development. There are varying degrees of difficulty in social interactions, verbal and non-verbal communication, repetitive behavior, and/or restrictive behavior. As you can imagine this disorder is not only a challenge for the individual, but, also for the entire family, extended […]
San Andreas, CA…Healthy aging is more than just physical health. It’s emotional, financial, and educational. Hosted by John Krutsinger of Edward Jones in Murphys, the event partners with three community non-profits; Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation (MTMCF), and Mind Matters. Ageless – A Prescription for Healthy Aging by Robert Pokorski, […]
Murphys, CA…We want our community to stay healthy! Mark Twain Medical Center is sponsoring the 9th Annual Spring Health Fair. Services offered will include FREE health screenings, community health groups, $20 bone density screenings, and $45 blood draw analyses. The 9th Annual Spring Health Fair will be at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys on March 24th […]
Murphys, CA…We want our community to stay healthy! Mark Twain Medical Center is sponsoring the 9th Annual Spring Health Fair. Services offered will include FREE health screenings, community health groups, $20 bone density screenings, and $45 blood draw analyses. The 9th Annual Spring Health Fair will be at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys on March 24th […]
London, UK…The first patients to receive a new treatment derived from stem cells for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) have regained reading vision. Successful trial on patients using new stem cell based treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Results from a clinical study suggest the treatment is safe and effective. The study […]
Manchester, NH…Thank you to our First Lady, Melania, who has been so incredible. (Applause.) Thank you. And we are blessed to have you as our First Lady. Really are. It’s great to be back in the beautiful state of New Hampshire. (Applause.) I don’t know if you remember, but this is the first place I […]
San Andreas, CA…Patients at Mark Twain’s Cancer Center are now benefiting from a new piece of technology reducing the likelihood for multiple venipunctures, otherwise known as a needle stick for blood draws or to insert intravenous therapy. The AccuVein, vein illuminator, was purchased by the hospital Foundation for use in the cancer center. “Often chemotherapy […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Dignity Health, Mark Twain Medical Center’s Specialists
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is proud to announce the names of the several Calaveras County not-for-profit organizations that received the Dignity Heath Mark Twain Medical Center Community Grant for 2017. The hospital honored grant recipients at an awards luncheon in January. To date, more than $380,000 has been awarded to Calaveras organizations […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Dr. Parsa, Board Certified Gynecologist specializing in minimally invasive surgery at Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center. “I find it very rewarding to help my patients with their individual medical needs, from having a baby to the most advanced gynecologic surgeries,” stated Dr. Parsa. He provides comprehensive women’s health services from well […]
Washington, DC…Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett today unveiled a new webpage featuring resources to help rural communities respond to the opioid crisis. “While no corner of the country has gone untouched by the opioid crisis, small towns and rural places have been particularly hard hit,” Hazlett said. “The challenge of opioid misuse is […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Dignity Health, Mark Twain Medical Center’s Specialists
Murphys, CA…Here we are in February, the month of love. Sure, we all think of flowers and chocolates and other lovely treats, but, here at Mind Matters our clients are our treat. We love them because: They often show us another way to approach a problem or an experience. Especially those with ADD/ADHD can be […]
Valley Springs, CA…Nurse Practitioner Denise Mordue-Lain has specialized in women’s health throughout her 31-year career. Beyond her education and broad work history, her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor brings added perspective to her interaction with female patients at Valley Springs Family Medical Center. She says, “I learned so much on my own once […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Fitness in Arnold has great offers now on personal trainers. So get in shape with a little help from the personal trainers at Big Trees Fitness.
Murphys, CA…Mind Matters, the Murphys based nonprofit clinic that helps individuals and families cope with the consequences of autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and learning disabilities, has been named 2017 Nonprofit of the Year by the Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce. This is the second time that the clinic has received this […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today permitted marketing of the first blood test to evaluate mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), commonly referred to as concussion, in adults. The FDA reviewed and authorized for marketing the Banyan Brain Trauma Indicator in fewer than 6 months as part of its Breakthrough Devices Program. Most patients with […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Dr. Singhal. An expert in cancer. And kindness. Dr. Shiva Singhal is our Cancer Center’s Medical Director, specializing in medical oncology and hematology. She’s also an expert in the type of treatment everyone wants to receive: humankindness. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Singhal, call the Mark Twain Cancer Center in San […]
Arnold, Twain Harte & Groveland, CA…What To Do If You Get the Flu? I’m guessing that the flu isn’t on your top-10 wish list, right? But just in case you get sick this flu season, here’s a list of 10 things you can do to help ease your symptoms—and to stop the flu in its […]
Plymouth, CA…Put on your fancy red carpet outfits on Sunday, March 4, from 4:30 – 9 p.m. and head to Taste Restaurant in Plymouth, for “Dress to the Nines,” a benefit for Hospice of Amador & Calaveras. Taste will roll out the red carpet and donate 9% of the dinner bill to Hospice, for all […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Fitness in Arnold has great offers now on personal trainers. So get in shape with a little help from the personal trainers at Big Trees Fitness.
San Andreas, CA…As part of a continuing partnership with Soroptimist International of Calaveras County, Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be offering FREE cholesterol tests for women in Calaveras County during American Heart Month in February. This FREE screening is also known as a lipid panel. The test measures good and bad cholesterol and triglycerides […]
San Andreas, CA…Human Trafficking Awareness Class: Dispelling the Myths. Victim-Centered and Trauma-Informed Care. Please join us for an in-depth workshop for first responders and public service agencies provided by Holly Gibbs, Director of Dignity Health’s Human Trafficking Response Program and Wendy Barnes, author of And Life Continues: Sex Trafficking & My Journey to Freedom. Learning […]
Murphys, CA…QPR Suicide Prevention Training Class. The Calaveras LGBTQ Youth Group is hosting a training class on suicide prevention. All members of the community are invited to attend. Tuesday, February 20th 7-8pm at the First Congregational Church in Murphys. KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING: ● How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be […]
Arnold, Twain Harte & Groveland, CA…What To Do If You Get the Flu? I’m guessing that the flu isn’t on your top-10 wish list, right? But just in case you get sick this flu season, here’s a list of 10 things you can do to help ease your symptoms—and to stop the flu in its […]
Murphys, CA…Happy New Year! Hope your new year is starting out great! Here at Mind Matters we have had two staff members with new additions to their families, a grand-daughter and a great-nephew arrived in early January. Although, of course, they are both adorable and perfect, it got me thinking about some of the developmental […]
Murphys, CA…Robert Dominik Campana passed away on Jan. 21, 2018 surrounded by his devoted loving family. He was born Aug. 1, 1929 in San Francisco, California to Dominik Campana and Helen Mendler Campana, the first of two sons. He graduated from Lincoln High School. Following graduation he enlisted in the Navy. He served on Treasure […]
San Andreas, CA…As part of a continuing partnership with Soroptimist International of Calaveras County, Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be offering FREE cholesterol tests for women in Calaveras County during American Heart Month in February. This FREE screening is also known as a lipid panel. The test measures good and bad cholesterol and triglycerides […]
