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Chaplain Dick Brown Is Tackling His Health – Family Heart Disease History Cannot be Ignored

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/20/2017 11:52 AM

Rancho Calaveras, CA...A family history of heart disease has made Dick Brown of Rancho Calaveras pay more attention to his health than most men. He says, “If I had ignored it, I would be dead by now.” His father passed away at the age of 57 after a lifetime of cardiac issues, including four heart attacks. Dick sadly notes that his older brother did not take the family history seriously and passed away three years ago.

Active Shooter Drill Yesterday Helped Local First Responders & Organizations Plan...Just in Case

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/17/2017 08:58 AM

Sonora, CA...Adventist Health Sonora, along with partners throughout Tuolumne County, participated in the 2017 California Statewide Medical and Health Exercise (SWMHE) on Thursday, November 16 at Adventist Health Sonora’s main campus. This full scale exercise was based on a hospital campus active shooter scenario helped our community to be better prepared for emergencies and incidents of all types and sizes.

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California Hospital Association’s Rural Healthcare Center Advisory Board Taps Mark Twain Medical Center CEO Bob Diehl as New Appointee to Focus on Access to Care for Rural Hospitals

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/17/2017 01:17 PM

San Andreas, CA...Dignity Health announced that Bob Diehl, President and CEO of Mark Twain Medical Center, has been named to the California Hospital Association’s Rural Healthcare Center Advisory Board. Diehl’s three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2018. “I’m excited to join an advisory board that is committed to meeting the healthcare needs of patients in rural communities,” said Diehl. “In today’s challenging and ever-changing health care environment, I look forward to advancing successful best-practices of California’s rural hospitals. I’m honored.”

Bob Diehl, President and CEO of Mark Twain Medical Center

NIH Blood Pressure Study Supports 130/80 as New AHA/ACC Hypertension Threshold

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/14/2017 12:03 PM

Washington, DC...Findings from a landmark study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) support a key component of the new 2017 Hypertension Clinical Practice Guidelines announced by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) at the annual AHA meeting in Anaheim, California. In 2013, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the NIH, adapted to changing times and refined its focus to generating high quality scientific evidence in support of the development of clinical practice guidelines worthy of the public trust. The new high blood pressure guidelines illustrate the utility and impact of NHLBI scientific studies.

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West Nile Virus Detected in Copperopolis

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/13/2017 09:23 AM

Copperopolis, CA...West Nile Virus has been detected in the Copperopolis area of Calaveras County. On 10/4/12 Calaveras County Public Health Division received confirmation of the first detection of West Nile Virus for 2017 in a chicken from Copperopolis.

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2017 Statewide Medical and Health Exercise Includes Active Shooter Drill at Adventist Health Sonora

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/13/2017 09:38 AM

Sonora, CA...Adventist Health Sonora, along with partners throughout Tuolumne County, is participating in the 2017 California Statewide Medical and Health Exercise (SWMHE) on Thursday, November 16 at Adventist Health Sonora’s main campus beginning at 7:30 a.m. This full scale exercise is based on a hospital campus active shooter scenario and will help our community to be better prepared for emergencies and incidents of all types and sizes. This is a DRILL and not an actual event. This exercise will include participants from: Adventist Health Sonora. Cal Fire, California Highway Patrol, Sonora Fire Department, Sonora Police Department, Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians, Tuolumne County Ambulance, Tuolumne County Office of Emergency Services, Tuolumne County Public Health Tuolumne County Sheriff.

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Mark Borchin, Picture of Health Wary of Stress ~ Men's Health Feature from Sandie Lema

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/10/2017 01:09 PM

Mokelumne Hill, CA...Mark Borchin of Mokelumne Hill is the picture of health – blessed with low blood pressure and high metabolism. To keep it that way he is an active runner, plays basketball every week and hikes with his wife. But, he is always aware that stress looms as a big health threat. Mark is sharing his personal experience as a spokesperson for the local “Tackle Your Health” awareness campaign during Men’s Health Month in November. This public education effort is co-sponsored by Mark Twain Medical Center and the Mark Twain Health Care District.

“Tackle Your Health” Sparks Men’s Health Conversation (New Stories Below)

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/08/2017 07:00 AM

San Andreas, CA...It’s a fact, most men do not talk about their health – with family, friends or especially with a physician. That’s changing in Calaveras County where four community-minded men are speaking out on the topic during Men’s Health Month in November. Bret Harte High School Coach Casey Kester, Calaveras High School Coach Jason Weatherby, firefighter and chaplain Dick Brown and businessman Mark Borchin are teaming up with Mark Twain Medical Center for the “Tackle Your Health” campaign. They are sharing their personal experiences to help other men realize the importance of taking action to live longer – and stronger – lives. “It is very exciting to have these community leaders working with us to tackle the subject of men’s health,” says Bob Diehl, MTMC President and CEO. “They each have a unique perspective to share on the topic.” “The community is invited to our “Tackle Your Health” workshop on Nov. 9,” Diehl adds, “and our spokesmen will be sharing their stories in a month-long public awareness campaign.” The workshop is from 10 a.m. to noon on Nov. 9 in the hospital lobby. There will be several presenters on a variety of topics relating to lifestyle choices and health resources. “Tackle Your Health” spokesmen share a common sense approach to their own health. They have taken action through stress relief, weight management and understanding the impact of family health history.

Men's Health is Workshop Focus for the Month of November

Posted by: thepinetree on 10/30/2017 12:50 PM

San Andreas, CA...Men’s health is the topic of a free workshop on Nov. 9 at Mark Twain Medical Center. “Tackle Your Health” is the theme for the 10 a. m. to noon event focusing on lifestyle and health resources for men. A variety of presenters and health resource organizations will be featured and lunch is included. There is limited seating. Call 754-5919 for reservations and information. “Tackle Your Health” is part of MTMC’s ongoing series of “A Plan 4 Me” free planning workshops. It is co-sponsored by MTMC and the Mark Twain Health Care District. The district is providing a donated San Francisco 49ers DeForest Buckner laser-engraved football valued at $50 to be awarded at the workshop along with “Tackle Your Health” tee-shirts.