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Free advice for families facing big decisions at Circle of Care Network event
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December 10, 2012, 12:22PM
While the event is free, those who are interested must RSVP due to space limitations by Dec. 17. Full story »
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New center at Glacier Hills is a great new choice for those needing rehabilitation
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December 10, 2012, 5:57AM
Michelle Mitchell with Glacier Hills We warmly welcomed a returning guest on the radio show this past weekend. Michelle Mitchell is the Life Enrichment Manager at Glacier Hills. Michelle spoke proudly of the new rehabilitation center now open at Glacier Hills. The new center is an 80-bed facility focused on short-term rehab and care. It is a beautiful addition... Full story »
Cystic fibrosis patient welcomes new lung transplant program at Spectrum Health
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December 09, 2012, 8:38AM
Although is not a candidate for a lung transplant now, the 30-year-old Vestaburg woman said may someday need a transplant because of her cystic fibrosis. Full story »
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Finished with chemo, survivor asks ‘What next?’
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December 09, 2012, 8:07AM
Cancer warriors go through the fires again and again, and we find ourselves changed each time. Full story »
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Awake craniotomy linked to good outcomes, patient satisfaction, study finds
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December 06, 2012, 11:52AM
A study of 26 patients who underwent an awake craniotomy found most reported good experiences. Full story »
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Awake craniotomy: Patient kept alert and talking as brain tumors are removed (video)
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December 06, 2012, 8:00AM
In a video of the operation at Spectrum Health, a woman answers questions and performs simple tasks to guide the surgeon removing tumors from her brain. Full story »
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Live chat: Ask expert about Obamacare deadlines, rules and 'mess' looming in coming year
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December 05, 2012, 11:26AM
With a lack of regulations, implementing the health care reform law is 'going to be a mess,' says Marti Lolli, of Grand Rapids-based Priority Health. Full story »
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Readers say Kate Middleton not alone in dealing with severe morning sickness during pregnancy
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December 05, 2012, 9:02AM
Readers discuss their experiences with hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy. Full story »
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Holiday gifts for your fitness-minded friends
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December 04, 2012, 8:01PM
Looking for gift ideas for your friends who love fitness? Look no further. Below are some ideas of what to buy that are sure to please your workout buddies. Gift certificates or vouchers for fitness classes offer your friends a chance to try out new workouts! It also allows them the flexibility to attend the classes when it works... Full story »
Kate Middleton's morning sickness: Rare condition is 'miserable,' Grand Rapids doctor says
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December 04, 2012, 12:13PM
A Grand Rapids obstetrician offers tips for women coping with morning sickness and discusses the extreme form of the condition suffered by Kate Middleton. Full story »
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Doctors evaluating lung transplant candidates for Spectrum Health's new program
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December 03, 2012, 1:33PM
Spectrum Health expects to perform its first lung transplant within the next two months, said the doctor who is leading the program. Full story »
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Pine Rest plans residency program for doctors training in psychiatry
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December 03, 2012, 12:01PM
Pine Rest is seeking accreditation for a psychiatry residence program that would have capacity for eight residents. Full story »
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Spectrum Health gets OK to perform lung transplants
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December 03, 2012, 8:35AM
Doctors expect to perform the first lung transplant at Spectrum some time before February. Full story »
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Continuum of care allows seniors to happily age in place in one community
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December 03, 2012, 5:57AM
Kathy Quigley with Charlotte Stephenson Manor Just to the southwest of Ann Arbor, in the happening little city of Adrian, there is a terrific senior community offering independent living through end of life care. Kathy Quigley is the director of Charlotte Stephenson Manor in Adrian and was our guest on the radio show this past weekend. Kathy has been... Full story »
Once upon a buffet table: Avoid nausea and party on
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December 02, 2012, 8:54AM
Once upon a time, the sumptuous foods and savory smells of holiday parties carried only the threat of extra poundage — give or take a diabetic coma for the unwary. Full story »
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