John G. Currin Jr.
President and CEO
Dear Friends,
Spring is a season of renewal. For many of us, that means rekindling our focus on health, whether by resuming our jogs around the neighborhood, taking full advantage of the many fresh fruits and vegetables currently in season, or just spending more time outdoors.Here at Alamance Regional Medical Center, we're right there with you. In this issue of Well Now, you'll find helpful information about staying healthy throughout the spring and summer. On page 5, read about heading off knee injuries. Whether you're a "weekend warrior" or a young athlete in training, our tips will help you preserve two of your most important joints.
Even for those who opt for less strenuous activities, the sun and heat in the coming months can be harmful without the proper precautions. "Taking the Heat: Sun and Hot Weather Safety" on page 3 offers a range of tips to help you protect your skin from sun damage, ward off heat exhaustion and stay hydrated through the hottest months.
In addition to helping you preserve your health, we're always looking for
ways to improve care for our patients. This issue explains hospitalist care for
inpatients. This program, described on page 2, helps ensure responsive and
efficient care for patients who must be admitted.And finally, we're bringing you some helpful information about perimenopause, one of the biggest transitions in a woman's lifetime. On page 6, we explain some of the hallmarks of this life change and include a number of proactive steps women can take to make the transition smooth.
Here's to a healthy spring and summer!
President and CEO
Alamance Regional Medical Center
