McLaren Macomb receives Primary Stroke Certification

McLaren Macomb has been awarded Primary Stroke Certification from the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP).

Primary Stroke Certification demonstrates that McLaren Macomb has the capacity to stabilize and treat stroke patients, provide acute care and therapies safely and efficiently.

“We are very proud to achieve HFAP’s prestigious Primary Stroke Certification,” said Dr. David Pinelli, vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer at McLaren Macomb. “Our staff has worked tirelessly to achieve this certification and it reflects our dedication to excellent patient care and service. HFAP has recognized our commitment to provide the best care possible to our patients and the community.”

Do you sleep with a snorer?

It could be a sign that something’s wrong.

Heavy snoring is one of the most common symptoms of a sleep disorder, including a condition called sleep apnea.

People with sleep apnea actually stop breathing repeatedly during sleep. Often, the sleeper will wake up abruptly and draw breath, perhaps with a gasp.

The Trouble with Tanning

We know. It’s been a long, gray winter and you’d love to “perk up” your color a little. It may be tempting to head to an indoor tanning salon, or maybe you’re lucky enough to be flying off somewhere on spring break.

Just keep in mind what cancer experts see first-hand. People who get too much sun – either naturally or from tanning beds – have more wrinkles and skin damage and are more likely to be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer.

Start the New Year off heart-smart

Resolutions. We make them and break them all too quickly.

But here’s one that’s worth trying: This year, start slowly and aim for a few healthy choices that will improve your health in 2014.

Learn more about weight management here.

Physicians and nutrition experts remind us – steer clear of the quick diet fads. They’re too easily abandoned. Instead, focus on healthier eating and finding the time for more exercise.