In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to forget to thank those who work tirelessly to keep us healthy. That’s why on Doctor’s Day, observed annually on March 30th, we pause to recognize the dedication, skill, and compassion of the physicians who serve our...
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March is colorectal cancer awareness month
By Denise Cummins, DNP, RN, WHNP-BC, CPHQ MCH Quality Representative March is colorectal cancer awareness month, dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common yet preventable cancers. Colorectal cancer, which affects the bowel or rectum, is the...
Vitamin infusions and injections available in Twin Peaks
VitaNova in Twin Peaks has welcomed three nurses who make up The Ivy to their facility in Twin Peaks. Registered nurses Jamie Williams, Jennifer Broderick and Olivia Williams deliver a variety of “cocktails,” delivered either intravenously or by injection to help...
Three strategies to help support your health as we “spring” forward
By Dr. Archana Dubey Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare of California With spring nearly here, people in California and across the country will contend with an annual tradition many would rather skip: The shift to daylight saving time. The process of...
Making healthcare more accessible to his patients
By Mary-Justine Lanyon From the age of 12, Lloyd Costello knew what he wanted to be – a doctor. He and his mother had gone to Mexico on vacation; he brought home a most unwelcome souvenir – Montezuma’s revenge. “I had not had serious illnesses so it was...
Mountains Community Hospital Shares Healthy Eating Tips for National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month, celebrated each March, is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The month encourages everyone to make informed food choices, develop healthier eating habits, and engage in physical activity. Mountains Community...







