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When a student interacts with a professional, it means that much more, said Ponciano Cochon, Biomedical Academy Coordinator, Pleasant Grove High School. Dignity Health has partnered with Elk Grove Unified School District to help give students a head start in the healthcare industry. This partnership allows for students to learn and receive exposure to different careers in the medical field. We are proud to support our next generation of healthcare heroes. Watch the video to learn more about the partnership.

The moment a stroke occurs, a countdown to life-saving care begins. The best way you can help a loved one is to know the signs and symptoms and to BE FAST. Learn more at https://dignityhlth.org/2Su2sDH, and if you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms Call 9-1-1 immediately.

"When we are struggling more than normal, it is good to seek help, said Dr. Carter Haynes, Executive Director of Behavioral Health at Dignity Health Medical Foundation. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Your emotional well-being is critical to your overall health. Learn about the benefits of working with a counselor in the video below.

We want to recognize our incredible and diverse team at Dignity Health during #Pridemonth and beyond. Throughout June, we’re honored to celebrate our LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies, like Wayne Soo Hoo, Quality Director at our sister hospital, Mercy San Juan Medical Center. Our care for patients is made even better because of you. My husband and I attend and often volunteer at PRIDE Events in Sacramento as part of celebrating during June, said Soo Hoo. We celebrate PRIDE thro...ughout the year by donating to organizations that advance social justice such as the Human Rights Campaign and the Mercy Foundation. . . . #loveislove #howipride #pridemonth #pride #lgbtq See more

This #Menshealthmonth we’re reminding our men that it is important to take care of yourselves first. Always remember that taking care of your health is just another way you help take care of us. #Hellohumankindness

Thank you to David Dickstein for sharing his experience with our Bariatric Surgery Program. Read more about his #weightlosthealthgained journey: "Gaining 50 pounds in my 50s put me in what the medical community classifies as morbidly obese, and no doubt that contributed to other health issues including sleep apnea, edema and quadriceps tendonitis. Throw in wheezing and shortness of breath when just climbing a flight of stairs or simply putting on my shoes and socks. Every o...ne of those conditions has vanished with my significant weight loss. My excellent surgeon, Dr. Afshin Eslami, said he’s not surprised as weight-related issues often resolve themselves with bariatric surgery. My prediabetes is no longer a concern thanks to my operation, and my blood pressure was low enough at a recent med check that my hypertension medication was cut in half. Hopefully, I’ll soon be off all meds for high blood pressure and cholesterol. I feel great." To learn more about how Dignity Health's Bariatric Surgery Services can help you or someone you care about, visit: https://dignityhlth.org/3uYDDgL

"I am excited about Dignity Health opening in this current location, said Bobbie Singh-Allen for Mayor, Mayor of the City of Elk Grove, regarding Dignity Health’s future Elk Grove hospital. Watch the video to learn more about the plans for the city’s first hospital.

Congratulations to Elizabeth Halbert and Aleksandr Rytikoff, Interventional Radiology RNs, for their nomination as joint Employees of the Month! They are applauded by team members for ensuring Interventional Radiology has sufficient coverage and runs smoothly. Elizabeth and Aleksandr are also recognized for their positive attitudes, team-player approach, and taking the initiative to get the job done. Kudos to both of you!

Sibusisiwe (Busie) Gumbo was nominated by Dr. Eric Hodes, Chief Medical Officer, and John Rice, Senior Director of Operations Support, for the Serve Lead, Deliver recognition. Busie has worked to develop and improve medication dispensing solutions for Bruceville Terrace. She is commended for many things, among them is her engagement, collaboration, and ability to streamline processes to better the employee and patient experience. Fantastic work Busie!

Dignity Health wants your birthing experience to be great. Whether you have specific preferences or a detailed birth plan, we are here for you every step of the way. Watch to learn more about the specialized care we provide in our Family Birth Center through our volunteer Doula’s. Learn more, visit: https://www.dignityhealth.org//birthing-opti/doula-options

41-year-old Matthew ‘Matt’ Rogge, Sacramento Fire Department firefighter, tested positive for COVID-19 in early July. He battled high fevers, body aches, extreme fatigue, and a 25lb weight loss in just two weeks because he could barely eat. Thankfully Matt recouped enough to return to duty mid-August but the road to recovery wasn’t over. Dr. David Caretto, Occupational Medicine Physician, has been overseeing Matt’s return to work to ensure he’s in tip-top shape and avoids any... relapses, as much as possible. He referred Matt to our sister hospital, Mercy General Hospital’s (MGH) Pulmonary Rehabilitation, where he’s been coming since mid-November. Recently, as part of his rehab, Matt has been suiting up with all his gear and then some in tow. He and Ken, MGH Respiratory Therapist, put his lungs to the test. One essential worker helping another. Everyone has been super helpful in my recovery. We’re all in this together and we have to look out for each other. Just because this hasn’t affected you personally doesn’t mean it is not affecting a lot of other people. My gear is essential and now so is this mask. If I can wear 70lbs worth of gear to protect me from a fire, we can all wear a lightweight mask. Please don’t get complacent we’re almost to the finish line. Thank you for all you do, Matt.

Each one of us can make a big difference, one mask at a time. #DontShareYourAir #WearAMask #Hellohumankindness Please follow the guidelines of your local health officer. You may also visit @cdc website for more info.

Music is good for the mind, body, and soul! It can improve relaxation, decrease muscle tension, and reduce pain perception in patients. It was important to the team at Mercy General that patients with COVID-19 don't miss out on the benefits of therapeutic music and so the team found a way to safely bring melodies into their rooms. In this video, Mary Superak, Certified Music Practitioner at Mercy General Hospital, plays music for a COVID patient. Slide through the images to see Mary's point of view.

Today marks a moment for the history books. #COVID19 vaccine shipments are arriving for all of our six Greater Sacramento area Dignity Health hospitals. The long-awaited vaccine will be administered to our critical health care workers first. This is a huge step forward in the battle against COVID-19. It offers hope to our deserving front line workers who go above and beyond to keep us safe and healthy. We thank you again, our health care heroes, for remaining so strong in unprecedented times. Here are a few images of our Dignity Health family receiving their first shipment.

Whether they’re with you in person or in your heart, the people in our lives make the holidays truly happy. #Hellohumankindness #HappyHolidays

Humankindness is an everlasting gift that inspires everyday life. If passed along, it will never run out. #Hellohumankindness

Let's continue to celebrate safely this holiday season. Traditional large gatherings can pose greater risks in the spread of COVID-19. Understanding your loved ones’ comfort levels and making a plan can keep you safe and ease tension. To learn more, listen to Dr. Nicole Braxley, Medical Director, Mercy San Juan Emergency Department. Share her tips on how to safely navigate the holidays this season.

Artist Madelyn Joan Templeton accepted the project of creating Dignity Health’s mural for Wide Open Walls which pays homage to those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. It allowed me to paint history on a mural, said Templeton. I wanted to remind people that health care workers are risking their lives to be there for our community. We love watching this mural come to life!

Humankindness doesn’t have a how-to guide. Its practice isn’t laid out step by step. Each of us are free to express, define, and relate to humankindness in our own way. #Hellohumankindness

With the approval of a COVID-19 vaccine, this week represents a huge milestone in the fight against the virus. As we celebrate, we felt it was important to also take pause to honor those who have gotten us this far and who continue to do all they can to keep our community healthy and well. People like Emily Adorjan, carrying baby Norah, has showed up throughout her pregnancy and answered the call as a respiratory therapist to work with some of our most critically ill patients. Protected by PPE, she feels confident she can perform her critical role safely. She is one of many respiratory therapists, nurses, doctors, environmental services staff members, and many others who continue to show up every day for you, for us and for each other. Thank you for all you do. #hellohumankindness

Testicular and prostate cancer affects a lot of men in the United States, said Michael Korpiel, Mercy San Juan Medical Center and Mercy Hospital of Folsom President. "The more deaths we can prevent, the better off we will be." Korpiel is participating in Movember to raise awareness around men’s health issues. Check-in for more updates on our hospital leaders taking action to promote men’s health.

A heartwarming tale about a snowman all alone on a wintery dayand the sweet surprises that lift his spirits. It's a message to keep close year-round. #Hellohumankindness

In case you missed it: Dignity Health and Asian Resources Inc. have teamed up to host a free drive-thru flu shot clinic on Saturday, November 7th at Ari Headquarters Office. The first 250 vehicles will receive a bag of fresh fruits and veggies. Click the flyer to read more about the drive-thru clinic and preparing for the flu season.

Dignity Health Greater Sacramento area hospitals are celebrating Movember and seven of our organization’s leaders have accepted the challenge to grow a beard/mustache all month long! Our goal is to raise awareness of critical men’s health issues and $10,000 in donations to benefit the Dignity Health Cancer Institute of Greater Sacramento, which will be earmarked to support male patients with limited resources undergoing cancer treatment. Please follow along for more video and image updates including from those leaders, additional employee participants, and our very own Dr. Eric Hodes, Chief Medical Officer, Methodist Hospital of Sacramento. Donate here: https://dignityhlth.org/3mOYWOm

CPR training can save lives. On October 22, the @ahanorthernca hosted a free digital Hands-Only CPR training in honor of Sudden Cardiac Awareness Month With a special appearance by Anu Locricchio, Director of Cardiac Services at Dignity Health Sacramento Division. If performed immediately, CPR can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival, said Loricchio. Watch the video to learn more about how to perform the two steps to save a life

Dignity Health is taking measures to keep you safe during medical office visits. Dr. Priyal Dholakiya, Gynecologist with Mercy Medical Group, assuages concerns around screening for women during COVID-19. In the hospital and the clinic, we screen patients at the door with questions on travel, sickness history, and symptoms, and administer a temperature check, says Dr. Dholakiya. Talk to your doctor about your options for seeking treatment. Watch her video to learn more.

Dignity Health and Asian Resources Inc. have teamed up to host a free drive-thru flu shot clinic on Saturday, November 7th at Ari Headquarters Office. The first 250 vehicles will receive a bag of fresh fruits and veggies. Click the flyer to read more about the drive-thru clinic and preparing for the flu season.

Sacramento County - Government is serious about protecting voters and staff in light of COVID-19 concerns. Read more about what they are doing to keep everyone safe: #VoteByMailSafeAtHome https://elections.saccounty.net/Pages/AboutUs.aspx

The memory of our loved ones lives on with each passing day, and today, we take time to recognize and honor their legacy. #DiadelosMuertos #Hellohumankindness

With #COVID-19 cases surging in many areas of the country, CommonSpirit Health CEO Lloyd Dean spoke with Axios recently about how hospitals have worked hard to prepare, and how wearing a mask is the most important thing you can do to help. #wearamask https://dignityhlth.org/35Thx57

Celebrate safely this Halloween, no matter which mask you’re wearing. #HappyHalloween #Hellohumankindness

Voters with disabilities can request and receive access to the Accessible Vote by Mail System. Voters can request by phone, email, mail, fill out the back of the County Voter Information Guide, or go to Sacramento County - Government's website. #VoteByMailSafeAtHome https://pollingplacelookupen.saccounty.net/Language/EN

Strokes don’t discriminate: 1 in 4 people worldwide will have one. But up to 80% of first strokes may be prevented. You can reduce your risk and improve brain function. And that’s even more important now, because some factors that put you at risk for stroke such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, smoking, and obesity increase your risk for complications from COVID-19. Learn more from @AHANorthernCA https://bit.ly/2HMAcqy