The colon plays a key role in digestion and overall health. With colon cancer rates rising—especially in younger adults—a healthy diet is more important than ever. We asked Dr. Matthew Crapko, colorectal surgeon at Renown Surgery Care, about the best foods for a healthy colon.
Sepsis happens when a person's body reacts too strongly to an infection. Usually, our bodies fight infections with help from our immune system. But with sepsis, the body fights too hard, and that can be dangerous. Dr. Julianne Wilke, Pediatrics and Critical Care Medicine, examines pediatric sepsis's causes, symptoms and treatments and provides tips on preventing this potentially fatal condition.
As a new parent, there’s so much to think about when it comes to caring for your baby, and one of the most important things you can do is ensure your little one is safe while they sleep.
Sepsis happens when a person's body reacts too strongly to an infection. Usually, our bodies fight infections with help from our immune system. But with sepsis, the body fights too hard, and that can be dangerous. Dr. Julianne Wilke, Pediatrics and Critical Care Medicine, examines pediatric sepsis's causes, symptoms and treatments and provides tips on preventing this potentially fatal condition.
Measles Precautions for Infants Under One Year Old
Vaccines are the best defense against measles, but what about protecting infants who are under one year old — the age at which most pediatricians recommend the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine?
When someone hears the phrase no one ever wants to hear – “You have cancer” –life shifts in an instant. Questions race through the mind. “What happens next?” “Where do I go?” “How do I cope with this news?” “How do I fight back?” The answers to those questions make up only a fraction of the cancer care checklist. Those fighting the disease deserve all the help they could possibly get to ease the mental and emotional burden. Accessing all the resources and support they need is a hurdle they don’t have to worry about, because...
The colon, also known as the large bowel or large intestine, plays a crucial role in digestion and overall health. Colon cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., and rates have been increasing in younger people. A healthy diet can help keep your digestive system running smoothly while reducing the risk of colon-related disease. We talked with Matthew Crapko, MD, a colorectal surgeon with Renown Surgery Care, about the best foods to maintain a healthy colon.
Homemade Marinara, Made from the Heart
Skip the store-bought sauce and stir up something special. This easy, heart-healthy marinara is packed with bold flavor—without the extra salt, sugar or preservatives. Made with simple pantry staples and a splash of olive oil, it’s a delicious way to love your heart with every bite. Perfect over whole grain pasta, zoodles or even as a pizza base!
Celebrate American Heart Month this February with the Outpatient Cardiology department at Renown Health!
The heart provides life for us every day. After all, without a functioning heart, there would be no human life to begin with. Therefore, keeping it beating healthily - is not a luxury – it's a necessity. For such a vital everyday organ, there is a team - specifically dedicated to taking care of your heart, well, every day!
Meet the Outpatient Cardiology team, a member of the Renown Institute for Heart and Vascular Health. Being treated for a heart condition is one step – ongoing maintenance is another. And this is the team to help patients do exactly that: stay on top of their heart health so they can continue to live their lives to the fullest.
The colon, also known as the large bowel or large intestine, plays a crucial role in digestion and overall health. Colon cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., and rates have been increasing in younger people. A healthy diet can help keep your digestive system running smoothly while reducing the risk of colon-related disease. We talked with Matthew Crapko, MD, a colorectal surgeon with Renown Surgery Care, about the best foods to maintain a healthy colon.
Homemade Marinara, Made from the Heart
Skip the store-bought sauce and stir up something special. This easy, heart-healthy marinara is packed with bold flavor—without the extra salt, sugar or preservatives. Made with simple pantry staples and a splash of olive oil, it’s a delicious way to love your heart with every bite. Perfect over whole grain pasta, zoodles or even as a pizza base!
If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency, it's essential to seek immediate attention by calling 9-1-1 or visiting the ER for a thorough evaluation by a trained medical professional and timely intervention.
Avoid Viruses, Colds and the Flu With Expert Hand-Washing Advice
Shaking hands, turning doorknobs, drafting emails — all regular activities of everyday life. But whenever you touch another person, or touch an object another person has touched, you’re collecting their germs on your hands. And touching your own mouth, eyes or nose also exposes you to whatever germs you’ve collected.
We’ve all experienced a pesky health issue at one time or another that, while not an emergency, is annoying nonetheless. Whether it be a respiratory illness like the flu, a cold or a minor injury such as a cut or a sprain, you have likely felt the need to get seen promptly to start feeling better as soon as possible. So, where do you go? What care team can you turn to?
Answer: Renown Urgent Care. This dynamic department of doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, radiology technologists, practice site leaders, patient access representatives and more sees patients every day of the year both in-person and via telehealth for a diverse list of acute health conditions. For patients who need quick yet non-emergent care, the ease and convenience of walking into a practice just a short distance away is a result of our talented team at our Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Fernley and Fallon Urgent Care locations.
A New Therapy Garden: Enhancing Recovery at Renown Rehabilitation Hospital
Last fall, Renown Rehabilitation Hospital unveiled the Rehabilitation Therapy Garden, supported by the Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation, a space designed to support rehabilitation patients on their path to recovery. Made possible through the generosity of donors, this innovative garden provides therapeutic tools to help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life.
"If a patient is recovering from a spinal cord injury, stroke, or brain injury, they might face challenges like stairs, ramps, and uneven surfaces for the first time. Without training, these obstacles can be hard to navigate. The Rehabilitation Therapy Garden gives patients and their families the chance to practice and gain the skills they need to move confidently in the community and become more independent,” said Shawn Morris, Renown Rehabilitation Hospital Director of Rehab Operations.
One of the garden’s highlights is a wheelchair course with ramps of varying difficulty, allowing patients to practice navigating different terrains. This hands-on therapy is essential for those recovering from strokes, brain injuries, orthopedic injuries, or trauma. It builds strength, mobility, and confidence by simulating real-world challenges in a safe and supportive environment. “The garden is great, it’s all set up to practice things like stairs and ramps, plus it’s nice to look at,” said a patient at Renown Rehabilitation Hospital.
Lifetimes of Service in Medicine. Margo and Jim Veazey are no strangers to hospitals and medicine. They are impressive duo with notable professional achievements and seem to always have service to their communities and country as their true north.
