Heart to Heart Spring/Summer 2025 May 13, 2025 This issue of Samaritan Health Services’ Heart to Heart magazine tells the story of an active and healthy preteen girl from Sweet Home whose body nearly shut down because of sepsis. Fortunately, the Emergency Services team at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center was well trained in recognizing and treating this deadly illness, saving her life. Read her story plus a related story about how sepsis is a race against time. Facing a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, so Samaritan nurse navigators provide compassionate and informative guidance to help patients through this journey. Read about the value they provide to patients in this issue of Heart to Heart. Our readers know that maintaining a healthy weight is important but restrictive dieting and counting calories can be a real chore! One of our dietitians offers an easy explanation of the effective plate method for a balanced approach to eating. You also can read about the importance of consistently taking your prescribed medications, the advantage of a hospital birthing experience, keeping your fitness routine well rounded and Samaritan’s newest clinic that offers holistic care to members of InterCommunity Health Network Coordinated Care Organization. Some other stories of interest: Project Healthy Smile increases access to dental care. Climate supports are available for extreme hot and cold weather. How to decide between telemedicine or a same-day clinic. Connecting with the latest features of your online MyChart. Try out a tasty summer smoothie recipe. Samaritan Foundations’ PRIDE Partners and other community donors are recognized. Heart to Heart is your local guide to good health from Samaritan Health Services. Read inspiring stories and get ideas on how you can be part of building healthier communities together. Want to get a copy of Heart to Heart delivered to your mailbox three times a year? Let us know at samhealth.org/Subscribe.
