http://capegazette.villagesoup.com?source=rss Latest health stories from Cape Gazette. Thu, 24 May 2012 00:17:52 EDT Thu, 24 May 2012 00:17:52 EDT en-us Copyright 2011 Cape Gazette http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/with-help-from-friends-lewes-mayor-pedals-to-office/826337?source=rss ]]> Twenty-five local cyclists converged on Lewes Mayor Jim Ford's house along Savannah Road at 8 a.m. May 18 to ride their bikes with him to his city hall office. It's an annual bike ride aimed at promoting a healthy, active lifestyle in Lewes. Cyclists took a short tour of the city before ending at Ford's office. "Call me when you want to ride, and I'd be happy to go, as long as I don't have a meeting," Ford said ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/with-help-from-friends-lewes-mayor-pedals-to-office/826337 Tue, 22 May 2012 08:00:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Ron MacArthur) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/identifying-and-treating-adult-insomnia/823244?source=rss Insomnia, or sleeplessness, is often defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep. The average adult requires from 7 1/2 to 8 hours of sleep per night. As we age, we do tend to require less, but a full night’s sleep is still critical for good health. The good news is that most insomnia is curable. If you or someone you care for has one or more of these symptoms, you should read on: hard time falling asleep, ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/identifying-and-treating-adult-insomnia/823244 Sun, 20 May 2012 12:54:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (David Forman) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/delaware-hospice-to-hold-legacy-workshop-june-1/826213?source=rss Delaware Hospice’s Family Support Center welcomes members of the community to its Friday afternoon workshop, “Leaving Behind Your Greatest Riches: Creating a Legacy Video or Book,” featuring Dr. Judy Pierson, licensed clinical psychologist, from 2 to 5 p.m., Friday, June 1, at the Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford. The workshop will offer the opportunity for individuals to share the stories of ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/delaware-hospice-to-hold-legacy-workshop-june-1/826213 Sun, 20 May 2012 10:00:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/lunch-with-a-purpose-supports-alzheimers-association/826195?source=rss ]]> Lunch with a Purpose is a nonprofit organization founded by Cheryl Mitchell of Georgetown. The group meets monthly from September through May to have a nice lunch and raise money for a worthy cause. Ruth Pryor of Millsboro organized a Lunch with a Purpose May 4 to raise money for the Respite Assistance Program of the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter. These funds are earmarked to provide much-needed ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/lunch-with-a-purpose-supports-alzheimers-association/826195 Sun, 20 May 2012 09:37:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/cancer-survivorship-group-seeks-survey-input/826351?source=rss ]]> As the number of people who survive cancer grows, so does the need for survival support and understanding. Cancer has become a chronic disease, with more than 12 million survivors across the nation. Many are living in and moving to Sussex County. The Sussex County Survivorship Coalition was formed in July 2011 to coordinate the efforts of local organizations that reach out to cancer survivors. “The idea was that ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/cancer-survivorship-group-seeks-survey-input/826351 Sun, 20 May 2012 03:00:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/health-briefs/94218?source=rss Music for health at Cancer Support Community May 23 The public is invited to join Ali Reed Quillen, certified music therapist, of Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care, when she offers Music for Your Health at 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 23, at Cancer Support Community, 18947 John J. Williams Highway, Suite 312, Rehoboth. Register in advance by calling 302-645-9150. All programs at the Cancer Support Community are ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/health-briefs/94218 Fri, 18 May 2012 15:55:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/hockey-for-haxton-donates-to-easter-seals/822922?source=rss ]]> Mike Eisenhour, left, executive director, Delaware Shore Field Hockey Inc. presents a check to Leslie Gale, community relations coordinator for Easter Seals. The annual Hockey for Haxton event raised $900 for Easter Seals to help provide services for people with disabilities in the region. Hockey for Haxton is an annual indoor tournament in memory of Amanda Haxton, a member of the Delaware Shore Field Hockey ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/hockey-for-haxton-donates-to-easter-seals/822922 Fri, 18 May 2012 14:18:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/hospice-website-offers-end-of-life-resources-and-education/822931?source=rss In recognition of its 30th anniversary of providing quality end-of-life care and support, Delaware Hospice has launched a new website to address the community’s growing end-of-life needs. “At Delaware Hospice we are dedicated to providing high-quality hospice care and addressing the end-of-life needs of the community,” said Susan D. Lloyd, MSN, RN, president and CEO of Delaware Hospice. “The demand for our ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/hospice-website-offers-end-of-life-resources-and-education/822931 Wed, 16 May 2012 11:29:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/hospice-nurse-donna-pritchett-rn-shares-love-of-hospice-nursing/822927?source=rss ]]> Hospice nurses have often said that hospice is a tradition of caring that allows them to truly utilize their skills in tending to their patients. That is why Donna Pritchett, RN, of Dover, was drawn to a career as a Delaware Hospice nurse and has found it to be the best job she's ever had. Pritchett joined Delaware Hospice seven years ago and discovered the rewarding career of hospice nursing. Born and raised in ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/hospice-nurse-donna-pritchett-rn-shares-love-of-hospice-nursing/822927 Wed, 16 May 2012 11:15:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/ms-group-visits-margaret-h-rollins-school-of-nursing/822899?source=rss ]]> Members of the Sussex County Multiple Sclerosis Shore Group visited the classroom at the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Medical Center recently to give the students firsthand information about what it's like to live with multiple sclerosis. For the last two years, the school has invited members with MS to share their insight with the student nurses. Shown are (l-r) Nicole Hall, BSN, RN, nursing ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/ms-group-visits-margaret-h-rollins-school-of-nursing/822899 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:36:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/national-womens-health-week-observed-may-13-19/823721?source=rss Women are traditionally the primary caregivers and nurturers, frequently in charge of their family’s health and wellness. But do women devote enough time to their own health and well-being? The Delaware Office of Women’s Health joins the national Office on Women’s Health in celebrating Women’s Health Week. The week-long observance beginning with Mother’s Day each year raises awareness about the manageable steps ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/national-womens-health-week-observed-may-13-19/823721 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:08:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/ms-group-hears-about-alternative-medicine/822924?source=rss ]]> At a special April 21 meeting of the Sussex County MS (multiple sclerosis) Shore Group, members heard about treating chronic diseases with alternative medicines from Matthew Young, center, in private practice as a licensed acupuncturist with Oriental Medicine of Salisbury. Young treats patients with diseases such as chronic pain, balance challenges, obesity, diabetes and others with acupuncture and herbal ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/ms-group-hears-about-alternative-medicine/822924 Wed, 16 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/philadelphia-college-of-osteopathic-medicine-students-gain-experience-through-beebe-rotations/819749?source=rss ]]> Beebe Medical Center has stepped into the academic realm of preparing potential doctors for their future professions. In a partnership between Beebe Medical Center and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), third-year medical students participate in four-week clinical clerkships at Beebe Medical Center and learn about surgical procedures, the care of hospitalized and emergency patients, and the ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/philadelphia-college-of-osteopathic-medicine-students-gain-experience-through-beebe-rotations/819749 Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/june-1-sussex-county-walk-ms-events-look-for-participants/823165?source=rss ]]> With less than a month until Walk MS: Heritage Shores and Walk MS: Baywood Greens step off, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Delaware Chapter reminds the public it’s not too late to register and join the movement to create a world free of multiple sclerosis. On Friday and Saturday, May 18 and 19, Go Fish! Restaurant, 24 Rehoboth Ave. in Rehoboth Beach, will host a registration drive. Representatives from ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/june-1-sussex-county-walk-ms-events-look-for-participants/823165 Fri, 11 May 2012 11:45:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/a-pink-affair-to-remember-to-be-held-oct-19/822355?source=rss Since 2007, the Pink Affair to Remember Committee has raised nearly $41,000 for local cancer support organizations in Sussex County including the Cancer Support Community Delaware, which will be named the beneficiary of the 2012 A Pink Affair to Remember. Plans are under way for the Sixth Annual A Pink Affair to Remember to be held Friday, Oct. 19, in Rehoboth Beach. Highlights of the event are a delicious ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/a-pink-affair-to-remember-to-be-held-oct-19/822355 Thu, 10 May 2012 03:34:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/educator-dave-mcdowell-inspires-others-to-lose-weight/815326?source=rss ]]> Long-time educator Dave McDowell lost 114 pounds, and in the process he found a new life and new inspiration. The Shields Elementary assistant principal found he could make a difference by improving his own health. McDowell found his motivation and a new family at the Sussex YMCA in Rehoboth Beach. “I decided I needed to start losing weight during the Thanksgiving of 2010 when I stepped on the scale and found out ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/educator-dave-mcdowell-inspires-others-to-lose-weight/815326 Wed, 09 May 2012 08:10:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Rachel Swick Mavity) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/la-red-cuts-ribbon-in-georgetown/814226?source=rss ]]> La Red Health Care Center cut the ribbon at its new facility in Georgetown April 23, off Route 404 across from Del Tech. Local, state and national officials along with many local supporters turned out to celebrate the opening of the healthcare center. The clinic was established in 2001 by Spanish-speaking physicians and quickly outgrew the several sites scattered throughout Sussex County. The new healthcare ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/la-red-cuts-ribbon-in-georgetown/814226 Thu, 03 May 2012 13:42:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/cape-district-supports-sussex-community-walk/814515?source=rss ]]> Nearly 100 walkers – including Cape administrators and teachers and even the baseball team – took part in the sixth annual Sussex Community Walk April 21 at Legends Stadium. The event was sponsored by Sussex Child Health Promotion Coalition and Nanticoke Health Services. Other walks took place in Seaford, Laurel, Georgetown and Bridgeville. Additional sponsors included Nemours Health and Prevention Services, ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/cape-district-supports-sussex-community-walk/814515 Thu, 03 May 2012 08:28:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/horserace-for-a-cure/816177?source=rss In an area where sunbathing is a favorite pastime, one Rehoboth Beach resident is working to encourage beachgoers to protect themselves. The KENTucky Derby is an annual Dewey Beach event to heighten awareness and raise funds to benefit melanoma research. The seventh KENTucky Derby will take place from 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday, May 5, at Northbeach on McKinley Avenue in Dewey Beach. The event will feature live music, ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/horserace-for-a-cure/816177 Wed, 02 May 2012 16:30:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Kara Nuzback) Health http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/sussex-family-ymca-holds-healthy-kids-event/816985?source=rss ]]> The Sussex Family YMCA in Rehoboth Beach held its annual Healthy Kids Day on April 29. Over twenty local non-profit and health related organizations partner with the Sussex County YMCA and the Partnership for Healthy Adolescents to bring the community a fun and informative health fair along with all sorts of activities to keep the whole family engaged in spirit, mind and body. Shown making their own granola snack ... http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/sussex-family-ymca-holds-healthy-kids-event/816985 Tue, 01 May 2012 13:20:00 EDT newsroom@capegazette.com (Staff) Health