Let’s hope the third try is a charm. The Survivorship Symposium has once again been rescheduled for Saturday, March 24. This day-long event will feature guest speakers and breakout sessions on the physical, emotional and spiritual issues that arise after cancer treatment. Please see our calendar for more details, and cross your fingers for no snow!
While bariatric surgery can make so many positive changes in your life it is important to keep in mind to be realistic about what to expect from surgery. Surgery does not make a bad marriage better, actually the divorce rate is high among those who have the surgery. There are also jealously issues that you may encounter. This can be from loved one of friends and can be difficult to cope with. There is also a period of time of rediscovering yourself. After weight loss there are things that you will be able to do that you may not have been able to do for years. Your energy level may also increase and your family may remain complacent. Surgery is not an easy way out like many out there think. It is a journey to better health and re-discovery. Some times the road can get rough and at that time individual therapy would be indicated. Please contact if you would like for us to help you on your journey to better health @203.694-5435 or visit the website at www.midstateweightloss.org
MidState nurses provided 186 blood pressure checks to shoppers at Macy’s this weekend. In honor of Go Red Day for Women, ladies please be sure you know your risk factors for heart disease. Heart disease is still the number #1 of women in this country.
Attention women! January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Be sure to schedule an appointment with your doctor for a women’s wellness…
In case anyone is wondering, there are 60 days left until spring. The countdown is on!
Looking for recipes for some great winter soups and stews? Check out the recipes under MidState’s Health Library at midstatemedical.org. There’s also plenty of appetizers, entrees and desserts.
On January 18 at 6:30 p.m., MidState is hosting a Dessert with a Doc program at the Wallingford Public Library. January’s topic will be on headaches. Come learn the difference between tension headaches and migraines, and what types of treatment options are available if you suffer from chronic headaches. Call the library to register.
Feeling tired or sluggish for no reason? Experiencing unexplained weight gain? It could be an underactive thyroid. In honor of Thyroid Awareness Month in January, be sure to have your thyroid checked if you have any of these symptoms.
Happy New Year from MidState! What’s your New Year’s resolution?
Do you suffer from lymphedema? The Palladino Family Cancer Center will be hosting a Lymphdema Symposium on January 9, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This night is complete with education and activities. Dinner will be provided. Call 203 694 8631 to register.
