Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

With fire season upon us, here are a few tips to consider. It is crucial to know what you and your loved ones should have ready in the event of an evacuation. When it comes to fires in California, it pays to prepare. Read and share these potentially life saving tips with friends, family and neighbors.

The #FourthOfJuly has always stood to acknowledge and honor our freedoms. However, this year feels special in a new way. Our nation has faced trying times, but our tenacity and strength have brought us through. Let’s remember the power we all possess to overcome anything that comes our way. Our thoughts are with those currently impacted by the Northern California fires. Please stay safe in your celebrations, wishing you all a Happy Fourth of July. #HappyIndependenceDay #Hellohumankindness

We've all spent enough time away from our loved ones. Schedule a Covid-19 vaccination today, so we can all safely get back to the people and things we love. Visit California's My Turn website to schedule your appointment.

Our #Pride doesn’t begin and end in June it’s how we spread humankindness to everyone we see all year round. No matter who you are or who you love, you are always welcome here. #Hellohumankindness

Don't miss out on once-in-a-lifetime events because you're not vaccinated. By getting your #COVID19 vaccine, you're not only protecting yourself, you're protecting those around you. Book your vaccination appointment today on California's My Turn website: https://myturn.ca.gov #Hellohumankindness #getvaccinated #pride

With each new day and the lighting of a candle, we share our best wishes for Kwanzaa. #HappyKwanzaa #Hellohumankindness

Respiratory Therapist Aeeun Park and Registered Nurse Mikaela Lee (center of photo, holding socks and certificates) were honored with Saint Francis Memorial Hospital's SOCKS (Serving Our Critical Care with Kindness) Award for their extraordinary contributions, hard work and dedication in treating ICU patients at Saint Francis. We have the best team! #blessed #healthcareheroes

Keeping yourself safe, keeps all of us safe. Don’t share your air. #WearAMask #Hellohumankindness Please follow the guidelines of your local health officer. You may also visit CDC website for more info.

Merry Christmas! 2020 has not been easy, but it's ending on a high note for many new parents! All babies born this week are receiving our special edition 2020 Christmas outfit! Share a picture of your little cutie in the comments. #DignityHolidayBaby

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

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

Our pharmacy director (featured) had never been happier to see our #FedEx guy! Today marked a major milestone in our battle against COVID-19. We received the first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine. We'll begin vaccinating our frontline health care workers this week. We now see a light at the end of the tunnel, thanks to the remarkable efforts of researchers, scientists and health care providers. #COVID19 #vaccine

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 Listen here: https://dignityhlth.org/35Thx57

For #FirstRespondersDay, we honor those who help make our communities--and our world--safer. #Hellohumankindness

When it comes to breast cancer, early detection saves lives. Get screened today. #BreastCancerAwareness #Hellohumankindness

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/2HqhsgF

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?? Our nursing and quality teams did, practicing 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