Memorial Hospital Health E-Newsletter
November 2012
November Health  

Thanksgiving is a time of tradition when families and friends get together, catch up, have a great time and indulge in a great meal. Though delicious, the roast turkey, gravy, stuffing and quintessential pumpkin pie can also pack a mean calorie punch which can conflict with fitness goals and progress you have made over the summer. No one wants to spoil their turkey day feast with calorie counting, so how can you keep up with your health goals without sacrificing a great meal?

 

Click here for some easy tips on how to keep both your taste buds and waistline happy.
Diabetes Awareness Month 
There is no cure for diabetes However, research shows that the disease can be prevented or delayed, simply by making small, but important, changes to your lifestyle. Eating nutritiously, exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy weight will significantly reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Even if you have already been diagnosed with diabetes , a healthy lifestyle will help you keep the disease under control and reduce your risk of complications.


Heart Disease and Women 

All women face the threat of heart disease. But becoming aware of symptoms and risks unique to women, as well as eating a heart-healthy diet and exercise, can help protect you. Follow the link to watch Priya Kohli, MD, Cardiologist at The Cardiovascular Center at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, discuss women's heart health issues.

Click here to watch the video
Need a Primary Care Physician?   
Everyone needs a primary care physician - to provide overall healthcare, to ensure that you receive the best measures for disease prevention, to treat you when you're sick and refer you for specialized care if necessary. 

 

The primary care physicians listed are members of Memorial Hospital's medical staff who are currently accepting new patients. If you don't have a primary care doctor, take this opportunity to make an appointment with one of our experienced physicians. If you already have one, share this list with a friend. There is no greater gift than good health.

 

Click here fore the list or call 1-800-647-4362 

 

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Ask the Expert 

  

What can I do to get rid of the corns and calluses on my feet?
 

Corns and calluses are thickened layers of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction. A corn is thickened skin on the top or side of a toe while a callus is thickened skin on the soles of your feet.

 

The most common cause is an underlying foot deformity, such as a bunion or hammertoe, combined with irritation from shoes. The thickening of the skin is a protective reaction, however when the skin becomes too thick it can cause pain and damage to the skin.

 

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Free Diabetes Screening  

Memorial will sponsor free glucose screenings to identify undetected diabetes.

 

No appointment is required. Testing will be offered on November 28th from 12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. in Dining Room 3
Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, 111 Brewster Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860
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