We have all heard it around this time of year: “What is your new year’s resolution going to be?”. And with that question can come a large amount of stress and pressure to meet whatever goal we have set for ourselves. And when we miss achieving that goal? We can feel disappointed, frustrated, and guilty.
Each month, Andrea Birch, President of Intermountain Lutheran Hospital, shares insights on healthcare innovation, community wellness initiatives, and behind-the-scenes updates on how the new hospital is taking shape. From medical breakthroughs to heartfelt patient stories, this interview connects our readers with the pulse of local healthcare. After successfully prepping and relocating an entire hospital, 5
As I sat down to write this my mind decided it wanted to go completely blank. I slept on it. Still blank. I asked myself what would serve you the reader the best as a new year starts? Still blank. This has never happened before. Just like the stillness one feels with fresh snowfall, that
In 1985, Pete Townshend sang “Give Blood” with David Gilmour of Pink Floyd fame on lead guitar. Without searching for his deeper meaning in the lyrics, let’s take the words at face value. Why give blood, you ask? Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood for surgeries, cancer treatments, accidents, and chronic illnesses.
Each month, Andrea Burch, President of Intermountain Lutheran Hospital, shares insights on healthcare innovation, community wellness initiatives, and behind-the-scenes updates on how the new hospital is taking shape. From medical breakthroughs to heartfelt patient stories, this interview connects our readers with the pulse of local healthcare. I met President Burch at a local coffee shop.
Donations of medical equipment and supplies from Intermountain Health to Jeffco Public Schools will help build tomorrow’s healthcare workforce enabling students to learn in real-life settings. About four months ago, Intermountain’s Lutheran Medical Center moved from its campus on 38th Avenue in Wheat Ridge to the new Lutheran Hospital on 44th Avenue and Interstate 70.
Whether you call it gastroenteritis, the 24-hour flu or Montezuma’s Revenge, food poisoning can be miserable, ruin a perfectly nice weekend, and in some cases, land you in the hospital. Forty-eight million people suffer from a food-borne illness in the U.S. each year. Of these, 128,000 people are hospitalized and 3,000 die according to the
The month of December, even though often hectic, is one of my favorite months of the year. It’s my birthday month, filled with Christmas festivities and other religious traditions of celebrating light that shines through darkness, cozy home additions abound, and on a good year, there’s snow, my absolute favorite. December also comes with feelings
On Thursday, Sept. 26, Lutheran was honored to receive the Wheat Ridge Business of the Year 2024 Investment Award in the category of large business. The City of Wheat Ridge, the Wheat Ridge Business Association (WRBA), and the Wheat Ridge Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding businesses in the community at the annual Wheat Ridge Business
Lutheran’s medical staff held their annual awards dinner at the Buffalo Rose in Golden on Thursday, Sept. 26. Each year, physicians and some of their retired colleagues gather to celebrate and honor those they work with on a daily basis for their contributions to the health and wellbeing of the community. This year, the celebration
As ski season approaches, enthusiasts eagerly await the thrill of fresh powder and mountain vistas. However, while the appeal of skiing is undeniable, it’s also a demanding sport that requires a blend of strength, endurance, and flexibility. Without adequate preparation, injuries can sideline even the most passionate skiers. Here’s how to ensure your body is
I have always been an incredibly spiritual person. I think it’s one of the many perks of being wired as highly sensitive. I experience the world in greater detail, sensing what others cannot. When I allow myself to follow that sensing with curiosity and action, it is eventually validated as true. Raised Lutheran, it was
There was a time when peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were a lunchbox staple for many a parent. As we learned more about food allergies and the risks they pose to children, lunchbox menus and lunchroom patterns have changed. This was all for a good reason. Peanuts are the most common childhood food allergy associated
Ice baths, also known as cold water therapy, might seem like a challenge, but they offer many benefits for both your body and mind. Athletes and wellness enthusiasts use ice baths to recover faster, reduce pain, and sharpen their mental focus and mood. Let’s explore how ice baths help you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Physical
I just finished a two month series with a client. It inspired me to share a bit of that final session here. I always feel mixed emotions when our time comes to a close. I have intense pride for them and all the shifts they’ve made in our time together, they usually even look lighter.
When it comes to replacing missing or failing teeth, many people are not aware of all of their options. Traditional options like dentures have always been bulky and uncomfortable while solutions like the All-on-4®, though still effective, are becoming outdated compared to more advanced techniques. Among the latest innovations is the 3 on 6™ treatment
It is October – time for apple cider, pumpkin spice, cooler air, and . . . breast cancer awareness month. You may have heard that breast cancer affects one in eight women, but many people are not aware that most women diagnosed with breast cancer have no significant family history. As I tell my patients,
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy warns that today’s youth mental health crisis is the “defining public health issue of our time.” He’s right. American adolescents are experiencing unprecedented levels of mental health challenges. Fortunately, there’s a way to reverse these trends. I’ve spent my career studying the intersection of sports and mental health, including roles
As the new school year approaches, ensuring that students are healthy and ready to learn is a top priority. By keeping kids up-to-date on their immunizations, we can keep them safe from certain illnesses and avoid missing days in school. At Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH), we make it easy for parents to get their
Is there anyone who doesn’t remember the Beatles lyrics, “Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m sixty-four”? For some of us, 64 seemed like several lifetimes away when we first sang along to this hit, and now many of us are there or even beyond this milestone. Truth is, although
As a self-described searcher and seeker I am always looking for opportunities to learn and grow. I have an insatiable curiosity that often is evidenced in my saved articles to read later and podcasts in queue. One such podcast, The Diary of a CEO, taught me a new term in a recent episode: metacognition. Metacognition
Colorado is a great place to live. Coloradans are living longer, healthier, and enriched lives. As of 2021, the median age in Jefferson County is 40.2. Of the total population, 49.21% were aged 30 to 64, 14.63% were 65 to 84, and 1.90% were 85 years of age and older. Many of us choose to
Have you ever wondered why some parts of your body hurt? Sometimes, the pain can be because of conditions that end in “itis” or “osis.” Let’s explore what these words mean and how we can treat these conditions, including a cool treatment called extracorporeal shockwave therapy. What Does “Itis” Mean? When you see a word
Our diet significantly affects our skull shape, oral health, sleep, and breathing patterns. The evolution of our faces and skulls reflects these dietary influences. Historically, strong jaws were common among our ancestors, but modern diets have led to diverse dental conditions. The foods we consume play a crucial role in shaping our skulls, often more
