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While walking home, a local man suffered injuries that left him blind in his right eye. Claudia Handal, community resource coordinator, worked with the patient and his primary care provider to secure eye care. Read how The Kevin J. Sexton Fund played an important role in that recovery. https://bit.ly/40YnP1i #eyecare #LetsMakeItHappen #KevinJSextonFund Maryland Hospital Association American Hospital Association Maryland Physicians Care

When it comes to fighting breast cancer, we're fighting to win! It was a pleasure celebrating breast cancer survivors at the Still Standing event during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Check out this WUSA-TV segment featuring Holy Cross breast surgical oncologist Dr. Dawn Johnson Leonard on tips to reduce your risk of breast cancer. #StillStanding #GoPink #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #HolyCrossFightsCancer Maryland Hospital Association American Hospital Association Maryland Hospital Association

If you have Aetna or Humana insurance, please note that despite our best efforts in negotiations, both insurers may force Holy Cross Health out of their networks starting January 1, 2025, if a fair agreement is not reached. If you have Medicare Advantage, you can switch plans during the current annual open enrollment period, which ends on December 7. To explore in-network options for 2025, you can contact Chapter's licensed Medicare advisors at askchapter.org/HCH or call 313-761-0627. If you are pregnant or receiving ongoing treatment, contact your insurer about Continuity of Care—you may be eligible to continue receiving in-network care at Holy Cross Health. We remain committed to reaching agreements that put patients first. Thank you for your continued trust in us. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d54GKYe5 | https://lnkd.in/d8SB2TSx #PatientCare #HealthCareMatters #LetsMakeItHappen #HealthComesFirst #MarylandPhysicianCare Maryland Hospital Association American Hospital Association

With our attitude of gratitude season in full swing, it is about more than just celebrations—it’s about reflecting on your blessings, showing appreciation, and acts of kindness. Let’s make this holiday one to remember by spreading joy and positivity throughout the Holy Cross Health network. Happy Holidays! #HappyHolidays #SeasonofGratitude #LetsMakeItHappen Maryland Hospital Association Maryland Physicians Care American Hospital Association

Hey, Mom-to-Be! Join EmpowerMoms, a free 3-class series for African American/Black moms-to-be. Get practical advice on staying healthy, managing pre-eclampsia, and understanding gestational diabetes. With flexible workshops (in-person or online), one-on-one support from a community health worker, and tips on nutrition and exercise, EmpowerMoms will help make your pregnancy journey healthy and stress-free. Workshops run from November to December 2024. Register now at https://lnkd.in/gU3xw862 Let’s make your pregnancy journey amazing! #HealthyPregnancy #HealthyMom #LetsMakeItHappen Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Maryland Department of Health Maryland Physicians Care American Hospital Association Maryland Hospital Association

Everyone deserves to enjoy the holiday season. If you're newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes, a few simple tools are all you need to enjoy life's sweet moments without ignoring your health. Tune in to WUSA-TV Great Day Washington at 3:00 p.m. today, where Holy Cross Health diabetes educator Sholara Johnson, RN, will offer practical, sugar-savvy tips for managing blood sugar during the holidays and social events. Watch LIVE here: https://bit.ly/3CwSb0U #DiabetesAwarenessMonth #NDAM #KnowYourNumbers #LetsMakeItHappen Maryland Physicians Care American Hospital Association

Q: As the leading cause of cancer deaths in the nation, can lung cancer be prevented? A: There is no concrete answer, but everyone can take steps to ensure good health. Check out these tips from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to reduce your risk of lung cancer. https://bit.ly/3Vpamw7 #LungCancerAwarenessMonth #LungHealth #LetsMakeItHappen Maryland Physicians Care American Hospital Association Maryland Hospital Association

Are you ready to eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season? We certainly are. Rather than celebrating in a way that leaves you feeling blue, there are sugar-savvy steps you can take to manage your future well-being. Tune into Great Day Washington on Thursday, November 21, at 3:00 p.m., where Holy Cross Health diabetes educator Sholara Johnson, RN, will offer practical tips to start or continue your health journey with confidence. Tune in! https://bit.ly/3CwSb0U #Diabetes #LetsMakeItHappen #diabetic #t1d #diabetesawareness #t2d #DiabetesMonth Maryland Physicians Care American Hospital Association Maryland Hospital Association WUSA-TV WUSA9 Advertising

Tune in to the latest episode of Your Best Life, featuring radiation oncologist Dr. James Bridges. Dr. Bridges shares how his military service inspired his career journey in treating patients with prostate cancer. His expert insights on the latest prostate cancer treatments make this an episode you won’t want to miss. Click below to listen now! ENG: https://bit.ly/3UU3Gpv SPN: https://bit.ly/48UmYR5 #prostatecancer #MensHealthAwarenessMonth #HolyCrossFightsCancer #veteran Maryland Physicians Care American Hospital Association Prostate Cancer Foundation

Out-of-pocket eye doctor appointments in Montgomery County can cost upwards of $500, a steep price for cash-strapped families with young children. Read how the Kevin J. Sexton Fund supported this patient's access to essential care: https://bit.ly/48PlQ16 #eyecare #LetsMakeItHappen #KevinJSextonFund Maryland Hospital Association Maryland Physicians Care Montgomery County Government American Hospital Association