Don’t Take Your Eye Health for...

Eye Care, General

Don’t Take Your Eye Health for...

It’s easy to take your eye health for granted, especially if your eyes feel healthy. But making mindful choices to protect...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 15, 2021

Steward Orthopedic Provider a Top-Ranked Ninja

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Steward Orthopedic Provider a Top-Ranked Ninja

Steward Orthopedic Physician Assistant One of Nation’s Top-Ranked Ninjas Elly Hart Wins Third Place at National Ninja World Championship A journey...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 30, 2021

Tackling Men’s Health: Reversing the Pandemic...

General, Men's Health, Preventive Service

Tackling Men’s Health: Reversing the Pandemic...

Primary Care Providers Stress Importance of Screenings June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, and, as we continue to emerge from the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 24, 2021

As Olympics Inspire, Steward Sports Medicine...

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As Olympics Inspire, Steward Sports Medicine...

Proper Conditioning and Realistic Expectations Key, says Dr. Jeffrey Liang The U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, including star forwards Megan Rapinoe...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 9, 2021

What Every 50+ Year Old Man...

Aging, General, Healthy Living

What Every 50+ Year Old Man...

What Every 50+ Year Old Man Should Know to Stay Healthy (or Stay Alive?) Young men and their cars… Most men...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 2, 2021

Taking Foot Health Seriously

General, Healthy Living

Taking Foot Health Seriously

Taking Foot Health Seriously Right now, 6.7 million Americans are living with a chronic wound, and more than two million of...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 2, 2021

A Time to Honor, Remember, and...

General

A Time to Honor, Remember, and...

A Time to Honor, Remember, and Reflect this Memorial Day Steward Orthopedist Dr. Richard Harrison Recalls Fallen Soldiers Among the thousand...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 26, 2021

General

Celebrating EMS Week Today marks the beginning of National EMS Week, a moment for us to celebrate the heroic work of...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 16, 2021

Get to Know More About Stroke

General, Stroke

Get to Know More About Stroke

Warning Signs of Stroke and Ways to Help Prevent Stroke As the COVID-19 pandemic grew across the country last year, one...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 14, 2021

Nurses Deliver Exceptional Care to Help...

General

Nurses Deliver Exceptional Care to Help...

Nurses Deliver Exceptional Care to Help Type 1 Diabetes Patient on Her Journey of Motherhood During COVID-19 Pandemic When Endocrinology nurse...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 6, 2021

May is National Stroke Awareness Month:...

General, Stroke

May is National Stroke Awareness Month:...

May is National Stroke Awareness Month: Know the Signs & Symptoms to Watch For and Act F.A.S.T. May is National Stroke...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 3, 2021

Best Ways to Alleviate Allergy Symptoms

Allergies, General

Best Ways to Alleviate Allergy Symptoms

Best Ways to Alleviate Allergy Symptoms As spring comes into full bloom, for allergy sufferers it can bring itchy, watery eyes,...Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 19, 2021

Sebastian River Medical Center April 2021...

General

Sebastian River Medical Center April 2021...

Fighting Sudden Cardiac Death Sebastian River Medical Center is offering the latest treatment for those at risk for sudden cardiac arrest....Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 12, 2021

General

Steward Health Services Celebrates Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month April is Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Awareness Month, and our team at Steward Health...Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 5, 2021

General

To all Steward Doctors on National Doctors’ Day – Thank you. This year has been extraordinarily challenging – and one none...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 30, 2021

Sebastian River Medical Center Adds Excelsius...

General, Orthopedics

Sebastian River Medical Center Adds Excelsius...

Sebastian River Medical Center Adds Excelsius GPS® to Its Arsenal of State-of-the-Art Equipment Sebastian River Medical Center is committed to achieving...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 11, 2021

Sebastian River Medical Center Doesn’t Smell...

General

Sebastian River Medical Center Doesn’t Smell...

Sebastian River Medical Center Doesn’t Smell Like a Hospital. The scent of lavender greets patients and as soon as they pass...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 11, 2021

Building Colon Cancer Awareness

General, Healthy Living, Preventive Service

Building Colon Cancer Awareness

March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a time to remind families and friends about the importance of regular cancer screenings....Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 1, 2021

Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death

General, Heart Health

Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death

Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death Sebastian River Medical Center is offering the latest treatment for those at risk for sudden cardiac...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 22, 2021

Age Management

Aging, General, Healthy Living

Age Management

Age Management Robert Watine, M.D., Barefoot Bay Internal Medicine What is Age Management? Age management works under the premise of shifting...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 3, 2021

Facts on Hypertension

General, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Stroke

Facts on Hypertension

Facts on Hypertension Robert Watine, M.D., Barefoot Bay Internal Medicine What is hypertension? Hypertension is another term for high blood pressure....Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 3, 2021

Preventative Medicine

General, Healthy Living, Preventive Service

Preventative Medicine

Preventative Medicine Robert Watine, MD, Barefoot Bay Internal Medicine What is preventative medicine? Preventative medicine is a proactive approach to protect,...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 3, 2021

Erectile Dysfunction

Aging, General, Healthy Living

Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction Robert Watine, M.D., Barefoot Bay Internal Medicine Is Erectile Dysfunction common? Erectile dysfunction, the inability to get or keep...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 3, 2021

Heart Healthy Tips for American Heart...

General, Healthy Living, Heart Health

Heart Healthy Tips for American Heart...

Heart Healthy Tips for American Heart Month Today marks the official start of American Heart Month, a time to remind our...Continue Reading

by Steward Health January 26, 2021

Certifications that Bring a Unique Perspective...

Exercise Tips, General

Certifications that Bring a Unique Perspective...

Certifications that Bring a Unique Perspective to Patient Care Robert Watine, M.D. Barefoot Bay Internal Medicine Robert Watine, MD of Barefoot...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 23, 2020

Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits During the...

General, Healthy Living, Seasonal Tips

Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits During the...

Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits During the Holiday Season The holidays are a time for festivities and joy – now more than...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 16, 2020

Sebastian River Medical Center November 2020...

General

Sebastian River Medical Center November 2020...

Surgeons Use Groundbreaking Technology for Joint Replacement Surgery Orthopedic surgeons routinely use pre-operative, 3-dimensional CT scans coupled with computer augmented surgical...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 12, 2020

Preparing a Healthy Holiday Meal

General, Healthy Living, Seasonal Tips

Preparing a Healthy Holiday Meal

Preparing a Healthy Holiday Meal The holidays are a time for festivities and joy – now more than ever – and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 11, 2020

Low-Dose CT Screening Increases Chances of...

Cancer Care, General

Low-Dose CT Screening Increases Chances of...

Question and Answer – Q&A Dianne Marksberry RN OCN, Lung Screening Nurse Navigator Who should have annual lung cancer screening? People...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 24, 2020

Feeling Dizzy?

General, Vertigo

Feeling Dizzy?

Kelly Amison, OTR Director Rehabilitation Services at Sebastian River Medical Center What is dizziness? What is vertigo? People often use the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 10, 2020

Swimmer’s Ear Q&A with Timothy Tudor,...

Ear, General

Swimmer’s Ear Q&A with Timothy Tudor,...

What is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear is more precisely known as acute infective otitis externa. This name suggests a new (acute)...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 1, 2020

Crohn’s Disease

Gastroenterology, General

Crohn’s Disease

Sebastian River Medical Center Q&A with Tania Lopez, DO What is Crohn’s Disease? Crohn’s Disease is a chronic disease that causes...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 26, 2020

Our Emergency Departments Are Here for...

COVID-19, Emergency, General

Our Emergency Departments Are Here for...

When it comes to emergencies, every minute saved in getting medical help can help save lives – and preserve vital functions....Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 20, 2020

4 Tips for Coping with the...

COVID-19, General, Mental Health

4 Tips for Coping with the...

It can be very stressful to worry about catching an infectious disease while doing your best to meet work demands and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 23, 2020

7 Steps on How to Handle...

General

7 Steps on How to Handle...

Every year, about thousands of people end up in emergency rooms with injuries they receive by using kitchen knives. But with a...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 16, 2019

6 Holiday Safety Tips to Keep...

General

6 Holiday Safety Tips to Keep...

Is it truly the most wonderful time of the year? The holidays should be a time for merry celebrations with family...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 11, 2019

6 Holiday Traditions that Bring on...

General

6 Holiday Traditions that Bring on...

by Steward Health November 25, 2019

5 Surprising Factors That Can Affect...

General, Women's Health & Pregnancy

5 Surprising Factors That Can Affect...

by Steward Health September 3, 2019

Understanding AAA

General

Understanding AAA

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), also known as the silent killer, is a balloon-like bulge that can develop anywhere along the aorta,...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 21, 2019

Music’s Healing Powers Go Beyond the...

General

Music’s Healing Powers Go Beyond the...

Music—we listen to it, we dance to it, and we can even heal with it. Music has been a part of...Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 18, 2019

7 Reasons Why Blood Donation is...

General

7 Reasons Why Blood Donation is...

Did you know blood donations in the United States often drop off around and after the holidays, creating a significant need...Continue Reading

by Steward Health January 17, 2019

Enlightened Sausage Stuffing

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Enlightened Sausage Stuffing

Traditional sausage stuffing is high in fat, and even though it’s very tasty, it isn’t heart healthy. During the holiday season...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 15, 2018

Lefties Living in a Right-handed World

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Lefties Living in a Right-handed World

The struggle is real for lefties in a right-handed world. From scissors and elbow bumping at the dinner table to smudged...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 11, 2018

Internal Medicine Doctor Defined

General

Internal Medicine Doctor Defined

When you hear the term, internal medicine doctor do you understand what he or she treats and how they differ from...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 12, 2018

Avocado Green Onion Party Dip and...

General

Avocado Green Onion Party Dip and...

Avocados are a good source of monounsaturated fat, which may help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. This recipe...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 10, 2018

Hampered by a Hernia?

General, Surgery

Hampered by a Hernia?

What is a hernia? Who is most susceptible to a hernia? Five million men and women alike are affected by hernias...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 20, 2018

Does My Wound Need Treatment?

General

Does My Wound Need Treatment?

Typically, a wound will heal on its own and one that is healing normally will have a bright, beefy red color....Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 5, 2018

Proud Employees at Carney Hospital

General

Proud Employees at Carney Hospital

by Steward Health February 27, 2018

Steward Today | February 2018

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Steward Today | February 2018

Watch the latest Steward Today newscast to catch up on what’s happening across one of the nation’s leading community health care...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 2, 2018

Meet the Leaders | Walter Ramos

General

Meet the Leaders | Walter Ramos

by Steward Health January 5, 2018

Boston Business Journal: Q&A with Mark...

General

Boston Business Journal: Q&A with Mark...

Published on December 29, 2017, by the Boston Business Journal By Jessica Bartlett Steward Health Care System has tracked massive national...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 29, 2017

Steward Today Newscast | November 2017

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Steward Today Newscast | November 2017

This edition features: Exclusive Employee Discounts Odessa Hosts Sweepstakes Salt Lake Regional Medical Center Award Meet the Leaders Pike’s Peak...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 28, 2017

Staying Safe While You Travel

General, Healthy Living

Staying Safe While You Travel

by Steward Health November 27, 2017

Steward Today Newscast | October 2017

General

Steward Today Newscast | October 2017

Watch the latest Steward Today newscast to catch up on what’s happening across one of the nation’s leading community health care...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 31, 2017

Steward Health Completes Acquisition of IASIS...

General

Steward Health Completes Acquisition of IASIS...

With 36 Hospitals Nationally, Steward Becomes the Largest Private Hospital Operator in the U.S. Steward Health Care System LLC (Steward) has...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 29, 2017

Could it Be Your Thyroid?

General

Could it Be Your Thyroid?

For such a small gland, the thyroid has a big job. It keeps your body working properly. It regulates your metabolism...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 22, 2017

Are You Getting The Right Sleep?

General

Are You Getting The Right Sleep?

Over 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders, more than 60 percent of them chronic, with many of the cases going...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 14, 2017

Quiz | Do You Have Persistent...

General

Quiz | Do You Have Persistent...

Take this quick quiz to determine if pain management services may be an option for you. 1. Is your neck or...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 1, 2017

Protect Your Eyes

General

Protect Your Eyes

Your eyes are an important part of your overall health. The following are a few tips to keep your eyes healthy and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 1, 2017

5 Questions All Men Should Ask...

General

5 Questions All Men Should Ask...

Studies show that men are 24 percent less likely than women to have visited a doctor within the past year. Less...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 30, 2017

Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

General, Healthy Living

Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

As most pet owners will probably tell you, a furry friend makes everything better. But did you know that there are...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 20, 2017

Steward Reminds Travelers About Staying Healthy...

General

Steward Reminds Travelers About Staying Healthy...

By David D’Amore, MD, Steward Medical Group Family and Internal Medicine As trips are planned abroad – or even to some...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 14, 2017

Proud Employees at St. Elizabeth’s Medical...

General

Proud Employees at St. Elizabeth’s Medical...

The Steward Today news team was on location at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center where we had the privilege of speaking with employees...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 14, 2017

4th of July Summer Safety Tips

Emergency Tips, General, Seasonal Tips

4th of July Summer Safety Tips

by Steward Health June 30, 2017

Center for Wound Healing Recognized for...

General

Center for Wound Healing Recognized for...

The Center for Wound Healing at Morton Hospital has been recognized with two distinguished awards from Restorix Health®, a leader in...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 30, 2017

Proud Employees at Morton Hospital

General, Steward Today Newscast

Proud Employees at Morton Hospital

by Steward Health June 30, 2017

Morton Hospital Recognizes Nurses

General, Steward Today Newscast

Morton Hospital Recognizes Nurses

by Steward Health June 30, 2017

Turkey-Apple Gyros

General

Turkey-Apple Gyros

It’s men’s health month and here’s a diabetes friendly recipe for those loved ones in our lives that may be managing...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 22, 2017

Moles and Skin Cancer Quiz

General

Moles and Skin Cancer Quiz

Take our Quiz to Test Your Knowledge of the Signs of Skin Cancer, the Risks and Moles You may feel healthier...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 22, 2017

Steward Health Care Welcomes Andy Romine

General

Steward Health Care Welcomes Andy Romine

What is one of your favorite summer vacation memory? When I was eight or nine years old we took a family...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 12, 2017

Steward Health Care Partners with Boston...

General

Steward Health Care Partners with Boston...

by Steward Health May 30, 2017

Steward Health Care Network Hosts Patient...

General

Steward Health Care Network Hosts Patient...

by Steward Health May 30, 2017

Spot the Signs of Stroke –...

Emergency, General

Spot the Signs of Stroke –...

According to the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, more than 140,000 Americans die of a stroke annually, and it...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 18, 2017

Morton Hospital Celebrates Nurses Week

General

Morton Hospital Celebrates Nurses Week

by Steward Health May 12, 2017

Steward Today Newscast | May 2017

General, Steward Today Newscast

Steward Today Newscast | May 2017

Steward Today | May 2017 from Steward Health on Vimeo....Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 11, 2017

Mother’s Day Quiz

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Mother’s Day Quiz

Happy Mother’s Day! Whether you are celebrating with your own little ones or your mom, aunt, sister or mentor, St. Elizabeth’s...Continue Reading

by Steward Health May 4, 2017

Milk Allergy and Lactose Intolerance Quiz

General

Milk Allergy and Lactose Intolerance Quiz

Take our Quiz to Find Out if you Know the Difference Between a Milk Allergy and Lactose Intolerance Even though they...Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 10, 2017

Travel Medicine: Keeping You Healthy When...

General

Travel Medicine: Keeping You Healthy When...

If you are traveling abroad, whether for business or pleasure, visiting a travel medicine clinic before you go is important. The...Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 3, 2017

Women Caring for Women

General

Women Caring for Women

Betty Medeiros-Beattie, MD, chief of anesthesiology at Saint Anne’s Hospital, is making history every day by caring for patients. Read what...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 30, 2017

Center for Wound Healing Recognized for...

General

Center for Wound Healing Recognized for...

The Center for Wound Healing at Morton Hospital has been recognized with two distinguished awards from Restorix Health®, a leader in...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 20, 2017

Easy Indian Vegetable Rice

General

Easy Indian Vegetable Rice

Turmeric is the key spice for this easy-to-make rice dish. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, is known for its anti-inflammatory...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 23, 2017

Good Samaritan Medical Center Welcomes New...

General

Good Samaritan Medical Center Welcomes New...

BROCKTON – Following an extensive search, Good Samaritan Medical Center has chosen Tenny John Thomas, MD, FACEP, MHL, as its Chief...Continue Reading

by Steward Health January 26, 2017

Holy Family Hospital Announces New Center...

General

Holy Family Hospital Announces New Center...

Holy Family Hospital announces The Center for Advanced Thoracic and Pulmonary Care. Located on Holy Family Hospital’s Methuen campus, the center...Continue Reading

by Steward Health January 3, 2017

Patient Safety: A Journey to Zero...

General

Patient Safety: A Journey to Zero...

We hosted a system-wide event to reflect on our practices and policies concerning patient safety, and how we achieve superior care...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 16, 2016

Walpole Kids Make Get Well Cards...

General

Walpole Kids Make Get Well Cards...

Norwood Hospital received a very kind and thoughtful package from Ryan (7) and Tianna (9) of East Walpole earlier this week....Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 16, 2016

Saint Anne’s Hospital Welcomes New Chief...

General

Saint Anne’s Hospital Welcomes New Chief...

Carole A. Billington, RN, MSN, NEA-BC, chief nursing officer at Saint Anne’s Hospital, has been named chief operating officer of the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 15, 2016

6 Cold Weather Exercise Tips

General

6 Cold Weather Exercise Tips

It is important to be aware of increased risks associated with outdoor exercise in colder temperatures. With advance planning and smart...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 5, 2016

Man Up and Become Heart Smart

General, Heart Health, Men's Health

Man Up and Become Heart Smart

Knowing the signs of a heart attack can play a significant role in the possible outcomes and treatment as numerous heart...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 23, 2016

Giving Thanks Healthily

General

Giving Thanks Healthily

What’s not to love about Thanksgiving! It is a holiday with a message of peace and thankfulness….A holiday that values family...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 16, 2016

When Caregiving for a Family Member...

General

When Caregiving for a Family Member...

Caring for an aging parent, an ill family member or child with special needs or health issues can be draining on...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 28, 2016

The Leaves Are Beginning to Fall!

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The Leaves Are Beginning to Fall!

Every fall, many homeowners watch in awe as the leaves on their trees change those beautiful auburn, yellow and red colors....Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 13, 2016

Fruit Pizza

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Fruit Pizza

Love pizza? Add more fresh fruit to your day with this fruit-inspired dessert pizza. Number of servings: 12 Ingredients ½ cup...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 12, 2016

Are You Getting Your Daily D?

General

Are You Getting Your Daily D?

Often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is an essential nutrient that can make a big difference in the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 9, 2016

Atrial Fibrillation: When an Irregular Heart...

General

Atrial Fibrillation: When an Irregular Heart...

As children, many of us liked to play doctor and listen to the sound of someone’s heart − the steady bump,...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 30, 2016

Q&A with Dr. Nita Pant

General

Q&A with Dr. Nita Pant

We had a conversation with Dr. Nita Pant, a primary care physician at Holy Family Hospital, to learn about her specialty...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 26, 2016

Healthy Recipes to Add to Your...

General

Healthy Recipes to Add to Your...

Football season is in full gear and so are pre-game tailgating celebrations. For many fans, tailgating is all about the food...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 26, 2016

Senior Memory Loss: Signs & Prevention

General

Senior Memory Loss: Signs & Prevention

Your loved one has been forgetting things lately – an appointment, where he or she placed their keys, or even a...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 23, 2016

Learn How to Make Your Own...

General

Learn How to Make Your Own...

Antibacterial soaps – a product we thought was a quick and easy solution to warding off germs, isn’t so healthy for...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 7, 2016