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Now is the perfect time to make sure that 2013 is your best year yet. These articles offer helpful advice on how to keep your body healthy and strong all year long.
One of the simplest acts you can do to safeguard your health is washing your hands. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explains proper hand washing techniques.
Most people understand the physical health advantages of exercise, but fewer know its brain and mood-boosting benefits. U.S. News & World Report discusses why physical activity is good for the body, mind, and spirit.
Not only can stress depress your mood, but it also may compromise heart function. The American Heart Association details the link between stress and coronary disease.
Do you know how to perform a breast self-examination? Susan G. Komen for the Cure demonstrates how to do this suggested monthly exam.
WomensHealth.gov explains the importance of Pap smears.
Regional Medical Center of San Jose provides comprehensive medical services for patients in the greater San Jose community. Call us today at (888) 762-8881 to learn more about our breast care, stroke care, and urgent care facilities.
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If you are expecting to expand your family in the New Year, Regional Medical Center of San Jose will see to it that you receive the quality care you deserve before, during, and after your delivery. Whether you are going to be a first-time parent, or you already have little ones at home, our experienced medical staff can make your childbirth experience safe and comforting with our many women’s and children’s services.
Consider our childbirth classes
Though it is not a required part of the birthing experience, childbirth classes can provide a significant amount of relaxation and peace of mind to expecting parents. Our San Jose facility offers year-round birthing classes that can teach mothers helpful breathing techniques to facilitate delivery and lessen discomfort. Our classes will also go over what parents can expect during the delivery process.
Decide your delivery accommodations
Regional Medical Center of San Jose wants every mother to have a wonderful birthing experience, which is why we offer several types of delivery accommodations. We understand that some women may want additional privacy during birth. To be of better service to parents who would like a more discrete delivery space, we offer private birthing suites. We also have comprehensive accommodations that will allow newborns to stay with their mothers immediately following birth, as well as a state-of-the-art nursery for our other new arrivals.
Take advantage of our childcare courses
We want to make sure that each patient feels comfortable and confident about her mothering skills after giving birth at Regional Medical Center of San Jose. That’s why we also provide educational classes on proper breastfeeding techniques and other components of newborn care. Being a mother can be one of life’s greatest joys, and we hope to enhance that happiness with our comprehensive birthing services.
To find out more about how Regional Medical Center of San Jose can make your delivery a happy and smooth transition into parenthood, call us at (888) 762-8881.
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Achieving a healthy weight is a worthwhile goal to have for 2013. However, it’s important to choose the right method of weight loss. This video explains why the hCG diet is one fad to ignore while trying to reach your weight loss goals.
Implementing healthy lifestyle habits like eating a sensible diet and exercising on a regular basis are the two most effective measures for taking off weight in a healthy way. However, some people still attempt to shed pounds using dangerous fad diets that promise quick results. The hCG diet is one such fad that has been gaining in popularity over the past several years. Proponents of this weight loss method claim that participants can reach their ideal weight with a combination of a severely restricted calorie diet and chemical supplements that suppress appetite. This diet can be extremely detrimental to one’s health and should never be used as a way to lose weight.
If you want to accomplish your weight loss goals in 2013, call Regional Medical Center of San Jose at (888) 762-8881. We offer many services and educational classes that can assist you in your weight loss goals.
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Joint pain can severely compromise a person’s ability to be independent and enjoy life. If arthritis or another joint condition has taken over your quality of life, you can take it back. Discuss your joint problems with a medical professional who can advise a course of preventative care and treatment to alleviate your discomfort. The following tips can also help to keep your joints flexible and pain-free.
Maintain a regular exercise regimen
Consistent physical activity is the best measure of care for the vast majority of arthritis sufferers. When done in moderation, exercise keeps the joints supple and lubricated, which can lessen discomfort and ward off stiffness. Activities such as swimming, biking, and Pilates offer low-impact options that will get the body moving without exerting undue pressure on the joints.
Listen to your body’s signals for rest
Exercise is a highly recommended way to avert joint pain, but healthcare providers stress that arthritis sufferers pay attention to signs from their body that they need to rest. Many doctors advise that if you are still in pain after a few hours, you’ve likely overexerted yourself during your workout routine. Though you should still continue to exercise to alleviate joint pain, make adjustments to the intensity or duration of your exercise regimen to avoid further discomfort.
Take advantage of aids when possible
Many arthritis sufferers experience discomfort in their smaller joints, such as those in the hands. If you have trouble with manual tasks because of joint pain, take advantage of the many aids on the market that are designed to minimize joint trauma. By implementing small changes like using zippers for clothing and jar openers for cooking, you can reduce stress on the joints and lessen inflammation and pain.
Regional Medical Center of San Jose can help you live a full and pain-free life despite your arthritis. Our facility offers Pilates classes for those in the greater San Jose community, as well as joint replacement options for those with severe joint problems. For more information, call us at (888) 762-8881.
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Are you expecting a new arrival in 2013? The March of Dimes describes types of childbirth classes that can ease childbirth.
Don’t let arthritis get the best of you. The Arthritis Foundation offers readers tips on how to prevent joint pain.
The National Stroke Association discusses stroke care options patients can expect after suffering a stroke.
With early detection, skin cancer is very treatable. The Skin Cancer Foundation provides a visual aid on how to carry out a skin examination for abnormal moles and growths.
Don’t wait another year to quit smoking. The National Cancer Institute details how smoking cessation can have a dramatic positive impact on your health.
Regional Medical Center of San Jose provides comprehensive medical services for patients in the greater San Jose community. Call us today at (888) 762-8881 to learn more about our breast care, stroke care, and urgent care facilities.
