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Today marks the first High Holy Day of the Jewish new year. Wishing our Jewish community a peaceful, prosperous, and blessed new year! L’Shanah Tovah! ???? #RoshHashanah

We’re ending #SepsisAwarenessMonth on a high note! Dr. Jennifer Yu, sepsis physician lead for MedStar Health and critical care physician at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, spoke with DC News Now about the signs and symptoms of sepsis. The acronym “SEPSIS” can help you to remember the following warning signs: S - Shivering, fever, or very cold E - Extreme pain or discomfort P - Pale, discolored, clammy, or sweaty skin S - Sleepy, confusion, or disorientation I - “I feel like I might die" S - Shortness of breath

September is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) awareness month. One in 20 Americans over age 50 has the condition—and it is even more common in African Americans, affecting nearly 1 in 10 over age 40. Early detection can help prevent multiple complications. So, it's important to understand the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for peripheral artery disease. Tune in LIVE tomorrow at noon. We'll discuss these topics (and more) with vascular surgeons Dr. Jason Crowner, Dr. Joshua Dearing, Dr. Geetha Jeyabalan, and Dr. Lucy Kupersmith. If you have questions for our experts, ask them in the comments below and tune in live for the answers. #PADAwareness #PADAwarenessMonth To get a reminder, click https://ms.spr.ly/6049mbSCc.

Do you know all the signs and symptoms of sepsis? According to new national survey data released by MedStar Health, 81% of Americans don't. Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency. Knowing the signs and symptoms could save your life or a loved one's life. Read the #MedStarHealthBlog to learn how get ahead of sepsis. #SepsisAwarenessMonth

Telehealth is a lifeline for diverse patient communities, ensuring safe, affordable, and quality care wherever needed. MedStar Health is pleased to offer a variety of telehealth options including our on-demand urgent care MedStar eVisit – Telehealth service, offering 24/7 access without an appointment. To learn more, read our blog article: https://ms.spr.ly/6046mja5n. #TelehealthAwarenessWeek

Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency. New national survey data released by MedStar Health shows that 81% of Americans do not know all of the signs and symptoms of sepsis, which takes a life every two minutes in the U.S. Join us Tuesday, Sept. 24 at noon as we talk with Dr. Sharon O'Brien, Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and Dr. Jennifer Yu, Sepsis Physician Lead for MedStar Health, about the signs and symptoms of sepsis, risk factors, prevention, and more. Knowing the signs and symptoms of sepsis can help save your life or the life of someone you love. Have questions for our experts? Leave them in the event page discussion and tune in live for the answers: https://ms.spr.ly/6044mkREI.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced lead advanced practice provider for our inpatient transplant unit at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and innovative healthcare environment, this is your opportunity! As a key leader in our transplant unit, you'll have the chance to make a lasting impact on patient care and work alongside top professionals in the field. Ready to lead and inspire? Apply today and help shape the future of transplant care! https://bit.ly/3Bbbc8m #MedStarHealthCareers #PhysicianAssistant #NursePractitioner #HealthCareLeadership

Thanks to Paula Large, BSN, RN, and her life-saving actions of quickly recognizing the signs and symptoms of sepsis, Jennifer Crow is alive today. Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency, yet an estimated 81% of Americans do not know all of the signs and symptoms of sepsis, which takes a life every two minutes in the U.S. Knowing this information could save your life or the life of someone you love. For more information or to read more about Paula and Jennifer’s story, visit MedStarHealth.org/Sepsis. #SepsisAwarenessMonth

When it comes to understanding and treating blood cancers, few places offer the depth of expertise and innovative care that MedStar Georgetown University Hospital does. Listen to this "MedStar Health DocTalk" podcast with Dr. Kieron Dunleavy, an internationally recognized expert in lymphoma, who sheds light on the complexities and advancements in treating this challenging group of diseases. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 202-444-2223. https://ms.spr.ly/6041mpiuv

Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. Without timely treatment, sepsis can rapidly lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. This is why knowing the signs and symptoms of sepsis is so important. The signs and symptoms can best be remembered by using the acronym S-E-P-S-I-S. To learn more, visit MedStarHealth.org/Sepsis. #SepsisAwarenessMonth