News from Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island

Fall into Health

Cooler nights, shorter days and a nip in the air, summer is easing into the fall season. Football season starts, and so does school. The holidays are right around the corner and so is flu season. To help keep you and your family healthy over the coming months, follow the link below for some essential autumn health tips.

CLICK HERE FOR THE AUTUMN HEALTH TIPS...

Top 10 Tips for a Healthy Heart

Keeping your heart healthy is an important part of maintaining an active lifestyle and warding off an untimely death. Heart disease is the number one killer for both men and women. There are a variety of things you can do to keep your heart healthy and reduce your risk of future heart related problems, including heart disease.

CLICK HERE FOR THE TOP TEN LIST

Have a question about your heart health? Contact Memorial's new Cardiovascular Center at (401) 729-2262 or online at mhri.org/cardio

Help a Friend, Neighbor or Family Member

September 27th is 'Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day'. This is a national campaign that urges individuals to take charge of their health by visiting a health professional. The day also encourages individuals to make an appointment for a visit, attend a health event in the community, or help a friend, neighbor, or family member do the same.

CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

Having Trouble Following the Conversation?

Did you know that 1 in 10 Americans experience some degree of hearing loss? It is the third leading chronic health condition among Americans, after arthritis and high blood pressure. Memorial's Audiology department specialize in the in the identification and prevention of hearing impairment and the non medical rehabilitation of those with hearing problems. Services offered at Memorial include:

Diagnostic hearing testing for all ages
Complete hearing aid services & follow up care
Industrial ear protection
Assisted listening devices for mobile technology
Ear plugs and swim molds

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MEMORIAL'S AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Support Groups offered at Memorial

Support groups bring together people who are facing similar issues. Members of support groups often share experiences and advice. It can be helpful just getting to talk with other people who are in the a similar situation. Below, find a list of the support groups and their contact details offered at Memorial.

Breastfeeding Support Group - First and third Wednesday of each month from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Ambulatory Care Center, 89 Pond Street, Pawtucket. (401) 729-2510

You Are Not Alone - Support Group for persons living with cancer and their caregivers. Meets first and third Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Conference Room, The Cancer Center, Memorial Hospital of RI. (401) 729-2789.

Diabetes Support Group - Meets first Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sayles Conference Rooms 2 & 3, Memorial Hospital of RI. (401) 729-2574.
Firsts Steps Program - A postpartum support group for mothers and their babies. Meets third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Family Care Center at Memorial. (401) 729-2206