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CK Women's Health Resource

 

Welcome to CK Women's Health Resource!

 

Whether you're a college student, launching a new career, a busy mom, or looking ahead to retirement and beyond - you face many challenges. And have many decisions to make. About your family. Your life. Your health. Let this be your resource for information on topics that interest you and are of concern to you.

 

Important Update: Due to forecast for snow, the Wednesday, February 10 Cardiovascular Day at DCMH has been postponed until Monday, February 22. More>

Poor Sleep Habits Linked to Cardiovascular Disease, Weight Gain
Studies show that sleep apnea and sleep deprivation can have a major effect on your cardiovascular system. Learn how. In addition, late-night noshing and sleep deprivation can lead to weight gain. Read the article.

Have a sleep problem? CKHS can help. Visit the Crozer-Keystone Sleep Centers at http://sleepcenters.crozer.org

The Premier Crozer-Keystone Orthopaedic Partnership: Benefits You and Your Loved Ones 

 


Listen to the Vince Papale story and learn how the Premier Crozer-Keystone Orthopaedic partnership benefits you and your family. Visit us at http://www.ckmotion.org.

 

CKHS Gastroenterology Services: New Number, New Website
It's a fact: ninety percent of colorectal cancers are curable when detected early. Colonoscopies are highly effective in detecting colorectal cancer in its earliest stages. With Crozer-Keystone's new gastroenterology phone number - 1-877-CKHS-GI1 (1-877-254-7441) and website (www.ckhsgi.org) - it's easier than ever to request an appointment. Learn how>

 

H1N1 Flu: Information and updates from Crozer-Keystone Health System More> 

Women's Health
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This is your one-stop shop for many health topics just for women: Childbirth...Infertility... Breast Health... Osteoporosis... Menopause. More> 

 

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CKHS Community Events
To view CKHS community events in February, click here.

 

Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions

Crozer Medical Plaza at Brinton Lake

February 13, 8-10 a.m.

 

Crozer-Chester Medical Center (Clark Auditorium)
February 9, 6-8 p.m.

To register for a Weight Loss Surgery Seminar, call 610-619-8450. Find more information on CKHS' Bariatric Surgery Program

CKHS Lecture Series
Crozer-Keystone is offering the following seminars as part of its Lecture Series at several Delaware County locations. Plan to attend at least one and bring a friend or two!
  

February 9

“Why Does My Knee Hurt?”

Featuring Eugene Elia, M.D., DCMH Orthopaedic Surgeon

St. Charles Borromeo Church – Lower Level

3400 Dennison Ave., Drexel Hill

7:30 p.m.

 

To register, call (610) 284-8158.

 

February 11

Title and speaker to be announced**

Media Borough Hall, Mansion Parlor Room

5:30 p.m.

 

To register, call 1-800-CK-HEALTH (1-800-254-3258).

 

February 23

“It Took Cataracts to Finally Get Me out of Glasses”

Featuring Christopher Williams, M.D. and John Witherell, M.D.

B.L., Community Room

Noon

 

To register, call (610) 874-5261.

 

February 24

“Feeling the Heat of Heartburn?”

Featuring Allen Gabroy, M.D., chairman of the Department of Surgery, Taylor Hospital

Helen Kate Furness Library, Upstairs Conference Room

100 N. Providence Rd., Wallingford

5:30 p.m.

 

Call 1-800-CK-HEALTH (1-800-254-3258) to register.

 

March 1

“Emergency Room Prep: What to Expect if you Need to Visit”

Featuring George Parsons, M.D., medical director of the Department of Emergency Medicine at Springfield Hospital

Springfield Library, Lower Level Conference Room

70 Powell Road, Springfield

7 p.m.

 

Call 1-800-CK-HEALTH (1-800-254-3258) to register.

 

March 2

“Preventing and Treating ACL Injuries” (common sports injury)

Featuring David Yucha, M.D., Crozer-Chester Medical Center orthopaedic surgeon

Springfield Library, Lower Level Conference Room

70 Powell Road, Springfield

7 p.m.

 

Call 1-877-CK-MOTION (1-877-256-6846) to register.

Give Back to the Community: Volunteer Your Time!

 

Now more than ever, people in the community need your help! Volunteer your time to a good cause. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Pennsylvania needs your help. Click here to take action today!

 

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Our Request An Appointment information page gives you everything you need to request an appointment morning, noon or night - any time you like! More>

Roselle Mesmer, M.D., Cardiologist at Crozer, Discusses Women and Heart Disease on Comcast Newsmakers
Heart disease is the #1 killer of women; in fact, more women than men die from the disease each year. How do you know if you're at risk? What is the biggest risk factor for heart disease? How do the heart attack symptoms in women differ from those in men? Dr. Roselle Mesmer addresses these questions and much more. View the video>

Healthy Start Helps Babies Get a Happy, Healthy Start In Life

See the touching story about how Anika Adams and Jacquel Arrington helped their babies get a healthy - and happy - start in their lives with Crozer-Keystone's Healthy Start program.  

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HealthyWoman Project 

The HealthyWoman Project provides free mammograms, breast exams, pelvic exams, and pap tests for women 50-64 years old who are uninsured or underinsured. Appointments can be made at either Crozer-Chester Medical Center or Delaware County Memorial Hospital. For more information, please call 610-284-8112 (DCMH) or 610-447-2629 (Crozer).

 


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