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Blog Posts in May

Breast-Conserving Surgery Patients at Washington Hospital Have Low Rates of Repeat Surgeries

31-May-2016

Removing a Tiny Amount of Extra Tissue Around Margins Can Minimize Need for Additional Surgery Later Breast-conserving surgery – also known as lumpectomy or partial mastectomy – is among the most common cancer surgeries performed in the United States. According to a study published in ...
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Food Safety and What You Can Do at Home

24-May-2016

Today, the U.S. faces major challenges to the health and well-being of our population. For example: 78 million Americans are considered obese. 117 million people – about half of all adults in the U.S. – have one or more preventable, chronic diseases. Each year, about 48 million Americans ...
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Be as Healthy as You Can Be-Manage Your Weight

10-May-2016

Experts agree, far too many Americans are overweight or obese. This has serious implications for your good health, the quality of your life and how long you will live. Recent surveys reveal about 69 percent of American adults are overweight or obese. Of these, 78 million people are considered obese. ...
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Annual Golf Tournament Benefits Surgical Services at Washington Hospital

3-May-2016

On Monday, April 25, Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation held its 31st Annual Golf Tournament at Castlewood Country Club in Pleasanton. The tournament brought together friends and community members to raise money for surgical services at Washington Hospital. The day featured an 18-hole golf ...
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Summer Grilling Can Provide Healthy, Delicious Meals

3-May-2016

Summer is just around the corner and it’s time to get the outdoor grill cleaned up and ready for a summer of grilled treats. Your outdoor (or indoor) grilling can be a healthy eating experience just by following a few tips from Anna Mazzei, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes ...
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