Archive for February, 2012

Cancer Patients: YOUR HAIR, YOUR HEALTH

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

Hair loss due to stress, accidents, and medical treatments creates special challenges in grooming and self-confidence. Join Lisa McFadden, hair replacement specialist with Kirkland Hair Clinic, to learn techniques that can help. $5 optional lunch March 6, 11:45 AM Hederman Cancer Center Register by calling the Baptist Health Line at 601.948.6262. Posted via email from [...]

Baptist Nurse Manager Receives Patriot Award

Monday, February 27th, 2012

Baptist employees and Derwood Boyles (pictured far left), past state chairman of the  Mississippi Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Military Services, gathered around Baptist SICU and PCU Nurse Manager Rob Coleman, RN, BSN as he was presented a Patriot Award.  The Mississippi Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is [...]

Run from the Sun

Monday, February 27th, 2012

Baptist Cancer Services is proud to be a sponsor of this year’s race. Besides being a fantastic family event, “Run From the Sun” activities will also include free community skin screenings. The race will include a 5K and a One Mile Fun Run, so people of all ages can participate. Race day activities, including the [...]

Super Sitters Class

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

  Super Sitters Baby Sitting Class Baptist Medical Center will host “Super Sitters” four times a year. The class is recommended for ages 11 to 15 years of age. The class includes information on developmental stages, feeding, and safety and basic CPR skills. It begins at 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays with lunch [...]

Does Your Daughter Have Questions???

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

MOTHER DAUGHTER TEA:   Your pre-adolescent daughter may already have questions about changes in her body. At this special tea, OB/GYN Barbie Sullivan, MD, will help prepare your daughter for what’s ahead. Megan Clapton, MA, of the Shepherd’s Staff, will discuss self-image, relationships, communication, and emotions. $5 per person. Registeration required by calling the Baptist [...]

GOT OBGYN QUESTIONS?

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

GirlTalk with OBGYN Meredith Travelstead, MD Join OBGYN Meredith Travelstead, MD for a live online chat on February 28, 2012 from 8:00pm until 9:00pm CST. “Like” Baptist’s Facebook page to find out how to post a question. www.facebook.com/baptistmednews, or visit www.mbhs.org/girltalk during the scheduled time to ask your female questions. Posted via email from Baptist [...]

Baptist Begins OB Hospitalist Program

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

On March 7, 2012, Baptist for Women, a division of Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Miss., will begin its OB Hospitalist program. OB Hospitalists are board certified Ob/Gyns who provide in-hospital coverage, 24/7.

“Girl Talk” with Dr. Travelstead On February 28

Monday, February 20th, 2012

Ob/Gyn Dr. Meredith Travelstead will be online Tuesday, February 28, 2012, from 8 to 9 p.m. CST to answer your “girl talk” questions. Post your questions at any time. Check back Tuesday to ask a question while she is online.

Healthy Heart Info…

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Join Cardiologist William Harper, MD for “LIFE’S SIMPLE SEVEN: MAINTAINING A HEALTHY HEART.”  Maintaining a healthy heart doesn’t have to be complicated. Dr. Harper breaks down the seven simple steps recommended by the American Heart Association for optimum heart care. $5 optional lunch.  February 22, 11:45 AM in the Baptist Madison Campus, Community Room. Call the [...]

Helping with Your Child’s Constipation…

Thursday, February 16th, 2012

HELPING KIDS AND TEENS WITH CONSTIPATION…Constipation is a common problem for younger kids and even adolescents. But there are definitely things you can do to help. Join pediatric gastroenterologist Sara Rippel, MD, to find out what routines can make a difference. The seminar will take place on February 21, at 6:00 PM in the Baptist Madison Campus, Community [...]