Mammography Saves Lives
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Can You Handle The Mud? The 2018 Stop Drop & Mud 5k is April 28th
Mountain Ranch, CA…Can You Handle The Mud? The 2018 Stop Drop & Mud 5k is April 28th! What is the Stop, Drop & Mud? We are proud to be bringing a mud run to Mountain Ranch again this year. For our 2nd Annual Central Fire Mud Run we are planning approximately 16 obstacles along the […]
FDA Approves Marketing of AI Based Device to Detect Diabetes-Related Eye Problems
Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is permitting marketing of the first medical device to use artificial intelligence to detect greater than a mild level of the eye disease diabetic retinopathy in adults who have diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high levels of blood sugar lead to damage in the blood vessels of the […]
Night Owls Have Higher Risk of Early Death
Chicago, IL…”Night owls” — people who like to stay up late and have trouble dragging themselves out of bed in the morning — have a higher risk of dying sooner than “larks,” people who have a natural preference for going to bed early and rise with the sun, according to a new study from Northwestern […]
Human Trafficking 101: Dispelling the Myths
San Andreas, CA…Human Trafficking 101: Dispelling the Myths. Please join us for a community workshop presented by Ann Walton RN, Human Trafficking Lead for Mark Twain Medical Center. Learning objectives: Recognize misconceptions associated with human trafficking, Identify common red flags in any setting, Assess vulnerable persons for concerns, Learn about local and national resources DATES […]
Warning Signs: New US Health Study Reveals ‘Dangerous Disparities’ Among States
Seattle, CA…Working-age Americans in 21 states faced a higher probability of premature death from 1990 to 2016, according to the most extensive state-by-state US health study ever conducted. The likelihood of early death for men and women age 20 to 55 is highest in West Virginia, Mississippi, and Alabama. In contrast, same-age residents of Minnesota, California, […]
Calaveras County Public Health Department Conducting Focus Group
Arnold, CA…If you live in or near Arnold (including White Pines) please consider being part of a focus group happening in your area. Calaveras Public Health is holding a focus group to get feedback about our community. Register online or call at least one week before. Calaveras Public health partnered with Common Ground Senior Services […]
New Study Confirms that Healthy Diet Can Treat Depression
Adelaide, South Australia….A pioneering study shows that a tasty, Mediterranean-style diet rich in vegetables, legumes, fruit, nuts, fish oil and extra virgin olive oil can improve mental health in people suffering depression. The study, published in Nutritional Neuroscience by researchers from the University of South Australia, showed that, as volunteers improved their diet, their depression […]
Suzy Serra: “Don’t Ignore Heart Symptoms – It Could Kill You”
San Andreas, CA…For nearly a year Suzy Serra sensed something wasn’t right — she just didn’t feel normal. By the time she finally realized it might be something serious, she almost lost her life at the age of 55. “It was easy to mistake the symptoms for something less serious” Suzy admits. “I was tired […]
Mark Twain Health Care District Finance Committee Member Needed
San Andreas, CA…COMMUNITY MEMBER WANTED to serve as a Volunteer voting member of the Mark Twain Health Care District Finance Committee. The community member shall collaborate and assist the Finance Committee and staff with financial evaluations and decisions. QUALIFICATIONS include – be a Calaveras resident; minimum of a BA degree in business, finance or an […]
Register Now For Healthy Aging Event at Mark Twain Medical Center on April 3rd.
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, […]
Off The Beaten Path 10K/5K Run/Walk to Raise Funds for Mind Matters Clinic
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 […]
What To Do If You Get the Flu? ~ Pharmacist Patrick Crosby of Meadowmont, Twain Harte & Groveland Pharmacies
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 […]
If You Know One Person with Autism, You Know One Person with Autism.
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 […]
Register Now For Healthy Aging Event at Mark Twain Medical Center on April 3rd.
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, […]
The 9th Annual Spring Health Fair at Ironstone Vineyards March 24th Sponsored By Mark Twain Medical Center
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 […]
The 9th Annual Spring Health Fair at Ironstone Vineyards March 24th Sponsored By Mark Twain Medical Center
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 […]
Patients Regain Sight after Receiving Retinal Tissue Engineered from Stem Cells
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 […]
President Trump on Combating the Opioid Crisis
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 […]
Hospital Foundation Purchases Vein Visualization Technology for Mark Twain Medical Center’s Cancer Center
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 […]
Meet Dignity Health, Mark Twain Medical Center’s Specialists
San Andreas, CA…Meet Dignity Health, Mark Twain Medical Center’s Specialists
Mark Twain Medical Center Awards Over $32,000 in Community Grants
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 […]
Meet Dr. Parsa. Specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery at Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center
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 […]
USDA Launches Webpage Highlighting Resources to Help Rural Communities Address the Opioid Crisis
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 […]
Meet Dignity Health, Mark Twain Medical Center’s Specialists
San Andreas, CA…Meet Dignity Health, Mark Twain Medical Center’s Specialists
Why We Love Our Clients At Mind Matters
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 […]
Nurse Practitioner Denise Mordue-Lain Specializes in Women’s Health Issues.
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 […]
Meet Your Fitness Goals in 2018 With a Little Help From a Personal Trainer
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.
Mind Matters Named Best Non-Profit By Chamber of Commerce
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 […]
New Blood Test Aids in Evaluating Concussion in Adults
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 […]