Civista Health Blog » civista http://www.civista.org/blog Wed, 15 May 2013 12:00:48 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Civista Supports National Diabetes Month with Special Health Initiative http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/11/civista-supports-national-diabetes-month-with-special-health-initiative/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/11/civista-supports-national-diabetes-month-with-special-health-initiative/#comments Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:00:00 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2945 As part of National Diabetes Awareness month, the University of Maryland Medical System has organized a system-wide community health initiative on diabetes.

The initiative features classes and events around diabetes at each of the 12 UMMS hospitals. During the week of November 12th Civista Medical Center will feature diabetic-friendly recipes, education and daily tips on their Facebook page.

On November 12 at 2:00 pm, Betsy Wolford, RD, CDE will host a lecture titled “Healthy Changes for People with Diabetes.” The lecture is free to the members of community and will focus on monitoring glucose levels, diet, exercise, medication and importance of monitoring A1C levels. Please click here to register.

]]> http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/11/civista-supports-national-diabetes-month-with-special-health-initiative/feed/ 0 Join Us for the Lighting of the Civista Health Foundation Christmas Tree of Life http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/11/join-us-for-the-lighting-of-the-civista-health-foundation-christmas-tree-of-life-2/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/11/join-us-for-the-lighting-of-the-civista-health-foundation-christmas-tree-of-life-2/#comments Tue, 06 Nov 2012 14:00:56 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2924 It’s that time of year again—time for Civista Health Foundation’s “Christmas Tree of Life” to shine brilliantly on the grounds of the Civista Medical Center for the holiday season. Each light honors someone living or deceased, who has touched our lives.

You are invited to join us for the tree-lighting ceremony on Wednesday, December 5 at 5:30pm, in front of the Medical Center at 5 Garrett Avenue in La Plata. Following the ceremony, guests can enjoy a reception with light refreshments and holiday music.

To purchase a light for your loved one, please call 301-609-4132 or visit civista.org/foundation.htm.

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Every wound has a unique set of circumstances and as a state-of-the-art wound healing center, the Civista Center for Wound Healing is equipped and staffed to address them all. And, most treatments are covered by Medicare/Medicaid, HMOs, and other private insurance plans. We are experts at caring for people whose open sores have resisted traditional treatment.

For more information, call 301.609.7701.

]]> http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/civista-center-for-wound-healing-is-now-accepting-patients-2/feed/ 0 The Civista Board of Directors Invites You to Attend Our Campus Celebration http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/the-civista-board-of-directors-invites-you-to-attend-our-campus-celebration/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/the-civista-board-of-directors-invites-you-to-attend-our-campus-celebration/#comments Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:00:41 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2837 Join us in commemorating the five-year anniversary of our expansion and celebrating our continued commitment to the highest quality healthcare.

Featured touring locations include the Irene Davis Pavilion, the Center for Wound Healing, expanded Laboratory and Emergency Departments and a preview of Civista’s newest Physician Practice La Plata Surgical Care.

Thursday, October 18, 5pm-7pm
Civista Medical Center Lobby
Campus Tours and Refreshments

Call 888.332.4847 for more information.

]]> http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/the-civista-board-of-directors-invites-you-to-attend-our-campus-celebration/feed/ 0 The Civista Board of Directors Invites You to Attend Our Campus Celebration http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/open-house-tours-of-the-new-irene-davis-pavilion/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/open-house-tours-of-the-new-irene-davis-pavilion/#comments Tue, 09 Oct 2012 14:00:19 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2783 Join us in commemorating the five-year anniversary of our expansion and celebrating our continued commitment to the highest quality healthcare.

Featured touring locations include the Irene Davis Pavilion, the Center for Wound Healing, expanded Laboratory and Emergency Departments and a preview of Civista’s newest Physician Practice La Plata Surgical Care.

Thursday, October 18, 5pm-7pm
Civista Medical Center Lobby
Campus Tours and Refreshments

Call 888.332.4847 for more information.

]]> http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/10/open-house-tours-of-the-new-irene-davis-pavilion/feed/ 0 Get Your Kids Jumping with Jill For Good Health at the County Fair http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/09/get-your-kids-jumping-with-jill-for-good-health-at-the-county-fair-2/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/09/get-your-kids-jumping-with-jill-for-good-health-at-the-county-fair-2/#comments Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:00:30 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2684 Civista is proud to announce that the Jump with Jill show is coming to the Charles County Fair on Friday, September 14th, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Jill Jayne, a “Rockstar nutritionist,” has been on Nickelodeon, Sprout, PBS, and more, giving kids fun ways to remember to drink more water, eat balanced meals, and respect their growing bodies. Now, Jill will get your children excited about exercise and eating healthy when she performs her kid-friendly rock show on the Main Stage.

Come join this family fun event that will have everyone jumping, hopping, and shaking a leg to her sing-along-songs turning a fun day at the fair into a lifetime of healthy habits.

Learn more about Jill at www.jumpwithjill.com.

Jump with Jill
Charles County Fair, Main Stage
Friday, September 14th
1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

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Jill Jayne, a “Rockstar nutritionist,” has been on Nickelodeon, Sprout, PBS, and more, giving kids fun ways to remember to drink more water, eat balanced meals, and respect their growing bodies. Now, Jill will get your children excited about exercise and eating healthy when she performs her kid-friendly rock show on the Main Stage.

Come join this family fun event that will have everyone jumping, hopping, and shaking a leg to her sing-along-songs turning a fun day at the fair into a lifetime of healthy habits.

Learn more about Jill at www.jumpwithjill.com.

Jump with Jill
Charles County Fair, Main Stage
Friday, September 14th
1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

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Every wound has a unique set of circumstances and as a state-of-the-art wound healing center, the Civista Center for Wound Healing is equipped and staffed to address them all. And, most treatments are covered by Medicare/Medicaid, HMOs, and other private insurance plans. We are experts at caring for people whose open sores have resisted traditional treatment.

For more information, call 301.609.7701

]]> http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/08/civista-center-for-wound-healing-open-house/feed/ 0 Hit a Home Run For Men’s Health at the Prostate Cancer Community Presentation http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/08/hit-a-home-run-for-mens-health-at-the-prostate-cancer-community-presentation/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/08/hit-a-home-run-for-mens-health-at-the-prostate-cancer-community-presentation/#comments Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:00:28 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2650 Civista Health invites you to join us for the Prostate Cancer Community Presentation on Wednesday, August 8, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Regency Furniture Stadium.

Men in Charles County have one of the highest prostate cancer diagnosis and death rates in the State of Maryland. Civista Health‘s Cancer Program is presenting a community education forum with a panel of experts in prostate cancer screening, detection, and treatment.

They will discuss the newest options, latest technologies, and screening recommendations. The program is free to the public but registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided. The first 100 men to RSVP will receive a free ticket to the Blue Crabs game that night and can enjoy the game from the Legend’s Club!

Prostate Cancer Center Community Presentation
Wednesday, August 8, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf
Click Here to Register.

]]> http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/08/hit-a-home-run-for-mens-health-at-the-prostate-cancer-community-presentation/feed/ 0 Get Moving Again with Civista Orthopedic Insights Seminars http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/08/get-moving-again-with-civista-orthopedic-insights-seminars-2/ http://www.civista.org/blog/index.php/2012/08/get-moving-again-with-civista-orthopedic-insights-seminars-2/#comments Thu, 02 Aug 2012 16:00:44 +0000 Civista Health http://www.civista.org/blog/?p=2643 Civista Health is excited to announce Civista Orthopedic Insights Seminars presented by Dr. Gregg Ferrero on Tuesday, August 7. Dr. Ferrero will be discussing a variety of options for knee pain relief.

Come learn about new technologies to treat knee pain, cutting-edge technology in knee surgery, and treatment options for Osteoarthritis.

So please join us on Tuesday, August 7 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center at 6pm. Let’s get moving again!

New Civista Orthopedic Insights Seminars
Tuesday, August 7, 6:00 p.m.
Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center
3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf, MD

Click Here to Register or call 1-888-332-4847.

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