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Occupational Hazard
June 3, 2013 7:27 PM by June Ammirati

Last week I had to have surgery to repair an inguinal hernia. This is a rare type of hernia for women and I initially had difficulty finding information about it on line. It usually afflicts men. I first had to look at what could have caused this. I have Read More...

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On My Way
February 6, 2013 8:36 AM by June Ammirati

I spent most of yesterday at the VA Hospital having various tests performed and handing over copies of my fingerprints at the police station. I first met with a nice woman from HR who needed me to sign yet another form. She also informed me that I have Read More...

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Chemo Brain
December 10, 2012 5:13 PM by June Ammirati

If you have ever known someone who went through chemotherapy, you’ve probably heard them use the term “chemo brain.” I’ve often wondered if this is a real thing. After a friend of mine had treatment for cancer, she occasionally complained of forgetting Read More...

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Meatless Monday
November 18, 2012 5:59 PM by June Ammirati

Meatless Monday is a new health trend and it has multiple health and environmental benefits. Going meatless once a week may reduce your risk of chronic preventable conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. It can also help Read More...

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X-ray Vision
September 16, 2012 8:13 PM by June Ammirati

This week I went for my annual eye exam. The optometrist I saw was absolutely wonderful. Her bedside manner was extraordinary and she provided me with extra information like how my hypertension affects my eye health. She also gave me a detailed description Read More...

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Being Patient
July 25, 2012 8:10 PM by June Ammirati

Today I went to see a new cardiologist here in South Carolina. The doctor I used to see in Florida was excellent so I wondered how things would go today “on the other side.” Working in healthcare gives me a different perspective as a patient. It helps Read More...

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Women's Health
June 11, 2012 8:32 PM by June Ammirati

New advancements in technology are taking mammography to the next level. The Harris Breast Center at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri is leading the way with a newly FDA approved tomosynthesis 3-D mammography "which takes images of thin cross sections Read More...

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Heart Healthy
February 11, 2012 8:05 PM by June Ammirati

February is American Heart Month and we all need to sit up and take notice, especially women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Smokers, diabetics, and the obese Read More...

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The Doctor Is In
December 30, 2011 9:22 AM by June Ammirati

Our current health care and unemployment crises have left so many Americans without health insurance. This is inexcusable in such a wealthy, industrialized nation. Other countries like Canada and Norway offer their citizens a national insurance system Read More...

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Missing Piece
July 30, 2011 9:31 PM by June Ammirati

I had another great week on my new schedule . I am sure getting used to not being so tired all of the time. Ten-hour shifts seem to work out nicely for me, and I'm grateful to have three full days off each week. One of my favorite co-workers went out Read More...

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Smoke Free
January 21, 2011 6:18 PM by June Ammirati

Much to my happiness my hospital recently became a smoke-free campus. I hate walking into work enjoying the fresh air only to be bombarded by a cloud from folks smoking. We had a beautiful rose garden that allowed smoking so non-smokers could never truly Read More...

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A Matter of Ethics
December 1, 2010 9:43 PM by June Ammirati

I often feel a sense of uneasiness when I have to scan a pregnant woman. I wonder if the risks were explained in language she could clearly understand and if alternative testing options were discussed. Did she sign the consent form because she was scared Read More...

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