St. Mary’s Medical Center

We've been celebrating National Pharmacy Week at our hospitals over the past seven days. Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians make invaluable contributions to the hospital and to the health and comfort of patients. Our dedicated Pharmacy teams continually work to educate our patients and promote safe and effective use of medication. #Gratitude

We are honoring our Infection Prevention professionals during International Infection Prevention Week. COVID-19 has shown the world what we’ve always knowninfection preventionists (IPs) are essential to keeping the world safe. Please be sure to thank them for the significant role they play in keeping us all safe and healthy!

This month, for #BreastCancerAwareness, get checked. Encourage your family members and friends to get checked. Be the community needed to help a stranger power through cancer treatment. Attend a walk (virtually or in-person) and donate to cancer research. Every little thing makes a difference.

By swapping out its plastic needle counters in the OR with ones made of sugar cane, Dignity Health has been able to eliminate 10 tons of single-use plastic from its hospitals. WOW! Read the full press release here: https://dignityhlth.org/3ohbgIP

Humankindness is at the root of all healingoffering compassion when we need it, courage when hope seems lost, and a connection that is ever present among us all. #Hellohumankindness

Help keep your loved ones and those close to you safe by washing your hands regularly for at least 20 seconds. If you need to sneeze or cough, do it into your elbow. Please follow the guidelines of your local health officer. You may also visit CDC.gov for more info.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer, affecting one in eight American women, is a modern epidemic that is on the rise. For eye-opening facts about breast cancer you may not know, check out this cool epidemiological report from the NIH: https://bit.ly/359NEgg

ICYMI: Yesterday was Global Handwashing Day, an advocacy day to increase awareness and understanding of the importance of handwashing with soap. It's an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives, especially in this Covid-19 and flu season. #WashHands

Did you feel it?? Cathie Kelly, Employee Health Nurse at St. Mary's practiced DROP COVER HOLD ON today as part of our Annual Earthquake Preparedness Great ShakeOut event. What would you do if an earthquake hit right now? #GreatShakeOut

Annual Earthquake Preparedness Great ShakeOut will take place this Thursday, Oct. 15, at 10:15 a.m. Take some time to discuss personal preparedness with your manager and colleagues. What would you do if an earthquake hit right now? DROP COVER HOLD ON, wherever you are! Learn more www.ShakeOut.org

The flu virus remains one of the Top 10 leading causes of death each year in the U.S., and getting a flu vaccine this year has never been more important. By vaccinating against the flu, you are helping to reduce its spread during the COVID-19 pandemic and helping to ensure that our health care systems can manage through this time. #fluvaccine #flushot

World Mental Health Day reminds us of the importance of investing in ourselves and the state of our own mental health, especially this year as the pandemic has had such a significant impact on us all. Let today be a reminder that the most important investment you can make is in your mental health. Each day, find a way to invest in you. If you are struggling, please know you are not alone. Reach out for help to a loved one, a professional there are many online and virtual resources available or a friend. Asking for help is the most courageous step toward healing. #hellohumankindness

Here’s to the beautiful history, culture, and traditions that strength our community and families. #HispanicHeritageMonth #Hellohumankindness